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ALASITAS
Taking place in La Paz and Copacabana on January 24 and for two weeks after, this giant
fair celebrates Ekeko, the Aymará god of abundance, with stalls and street vendors selling
miniatures of items people are longing for (tiny houses, cars, bank- notes etc).
February
This wet and warm month sees important celebrations for Pachamama (Mother
Earth), especially in traditional communities, with ceremonies and rituals taking
place in her honor.
FIESTA DE LA VIRGEN DE CANDELARIA
This week-long festival is held during the first week of February in Aiquile
(Cochabamba), Samaipata (Santa Cruz), Angostura (Tarija) and Cha'llapampa (Oruro).
The biggest cele- bration kicks off on February 2 in Copacabana.
CARNAVAL
Celebrations are held nationwide the week before Lent. Oruro is known for having the
most colorful Carnaval fiesta; Santa Cruz, Sucre and Tarija follow suit. Carnaval dates
change each year, depending on when Lent falls, so check your calendar.
March
The rain starts to taper off, making it slightly easier to get around. You could con-
sider heading out for a trek or mountain bike. River rafting is getting good.
