La Posada The passing

It is so much fun to discover another countries customs. This past Sunday, we heard music, the sound of a band playing. We were able to see the parade from our windows looking out on a main street close by. I picked up my camera, ran to the street and watched several parades go by. Very colorful with people dressed in their native clothes, dancing, and there even were cars decorated. A very festive atmosphere.
La Posada depicts as I understand it, The baby Jesus passing by your home.There were many women carrying dolls depicting the baby Jesus.

The parade goes to a local Catholic Church where there is a ceremony and then they march back.  This is a custom only in Cuenca and some of the near-by areas. These ceremonial parades will now happen every week-end throughout Cuenca until Holy week