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Massages about Costa Rican Mask Traditions

From the lens Mascarada Puppets of Costa Rica.

  • virtualboy Apr 8, 2012 @ 6:19 pm | delete
    it sounds like a lot of fun
  • jibbajab Mar 24, 2012 @ 11:39 pm | delete
    Oh my gosh. When I visited Costa RIca - i went to a place called Ram Luna, where these masked people danced. I found these things really quite creepy. Hahah masquerade day -- would be interesting but possibly terrifying O!
  • seoarticlecontentwriting Nov 30, 2011 @ 3:09 pm | delete
    I never heard of these, but looks like loads of fun. I love exploring culture and unique features on a holiday, as well as beaches:)
  • Showpup Nov 2, 2011 @ 9:32 am | delete
    Very colorful. Love learning about different traditions.
  • traveller27 Nov 1, 2011 @ 11:19 am | delete
    I didn't know about this even though I've heard a lot of good things about Costa Rica. Thanks for sharing.
  • liberia88 Sep 29, 2011 @ 3:11 pm | delete
    I have noticed that they have them in almost all the parades here in Costa Rica. There are usually not in the religious processions, but today I saw them on TV in a Cartago procession for the adoration of our protecting angles. One of the masks was of a black devil. I am always fascinated by the creativity and diversity I see in the masks. Many are of political figures and some are just plain monsters. Nice lens, BTW!
  • vallain Mar 22, 2011 @ 7:37 pm | delete
    Wonderful idea for a holiday that links to their own traditions. New information for me to absorb. Thanks.
  • scar4 Oct 11, 2010 @ 4:07 am | delete
    I have never been to Costa Rica, but it's so nice to learn a new culture and a new form of art.
  • jptanabe Sep 28, 2010 @ 9:48 am | delete
    Those puppets with their masks are amazing - love the colors!
  • JaguarJulie Jan 7, 2010 @ 7:26 am | delete
    You know, we saw lots and lots of fascinating sights when we vacationed in Costa Rica -- but not the puppets. Amazing stuff!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 7, 2010 @ 7:43 am | delete
    I think that puppets are still very Costa Rican. They are seen in family gatherings and will soon be seen more in parades and festivals across the country as they begin to make a comeback.
  • ArtByLinda Jan 6, 2010 @ 8:18 pm | delete
    These are very scary, I can't imagine the children not being afraid!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 6, 2010 @ 8:37 pm | delete
    Some of the ones shown here are scary but not all of them are. Some are funny and others are just silly.
  • ArtByLinda Jan 6, 2010 @ 8:18 pm | delete
    These are very scary, I can't imagine the children not being afraid!
  • Jimmie Jan 6, 2010 @ 12:17 am | delete
    Some of them are sort of creepy! But I do enjoy arts and crafts in all forms.
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 6, 2010 @ 10:30 am | delete
    I think that, like Halloween, these masks are susposed to be scary. Unlike Halloween, they are not standardized. Each person makes up their own mask. I love the individuality.
  • Sylvestermouse Jan 4, 2010 @ 9:14 am | delete
    This sounds like a lot of fun! Great lens!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 5, 2010 @ 8:57 am | delete
    It is well worth the trip to Costa Rica to see the Mascaradas.
  • Jewelsofawe Jan 3, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    Blessed by an angel!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 5, 2010 @ 8:57 am | delete
    Thank you SquidAngel.
  • Jewelsofawe Jan 3, 2010 @ 1:53 pm | delete
    Love the masks!
  • WhitePineLane Jan 3, 2010 @ 11:59 am | delete
    Fascinating! I think it's interesting how they are trying to combat the encroachment of a foreign holiday by making it all their own. I've learned something new today!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 4, 2010 @ 7:10 am | delete
    Costa Rican´s are passionate about their country and traditions. They love to share these with visitors.
  • Joan4 Dec 29, 2009 @ 11:03 am | delete
    Fascinating and beautiful!
  • Evelyn_Saenz Jan 4, 2010 @ 7:08 am | delete
    Thank you, Joan.

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