The Parrandas of Remedios

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DMTX. At the Cuban street festivalParrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

in Society, on the 24th of December 2009

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At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217804

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217805

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217840

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217841

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217842

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217812

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217803

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217807

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217813

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217808

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217810

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217809

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

ID: 217811

At the Cuban street festival Parrandas in Remedios, two sides of the city Remedios compete to produce the best fireworks, dances and lightshows. Remedios, Cuba. 24/12/09.

The city is divided into two neighbourhoods: El Carmen and El Salvador. Each one builds a structure filled with light bulbs according to a specific theme. El Carmen's theme was the Zodiac and El Salvador's theme was Ulysses's Odyssey.

It's an impressive and intense experience. Fireworks go on until dawn, the main square is packed and people dance in the backstreets. The numerous food stands offer a selection of fried chicken, grilled chicken, fried pork, grilled pork, popcorn, fried bananas and pizzas cooked in barrel ovens.

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Hey Vlad, thanks for your

Submitted by Federico Benedetti on Fri, 08/01/2010 - 10:22.

Hey Vlad, thanks for your comment. It's a pity my memory and battery ran out. It became insane in the end, tables were filled with fireworks and lit right in the middle of the crowd, people were running in all directions almost on top of each other!

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