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CHILDREN OF THE WALL

Alonso Oliveros

Mexico

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In the Mayan calendar there are 5 days (not written) "K´IN TAJIMOLTIK".
On these 5 days religious rituals are practiced, with pre-Hispanic mysticism, music and prayers in the streets.
There is an atmosphere of respect for mystical and sacred syncretism.

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Nominee

K´IN TAJIMOLTIK

A little boy plays at being a captain in the concrete ocean, between partitions and sand, in his boat of stones. Everyday life in the mountains of southern Mexico.

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LAND IN SIGHT

Before releasing the bulls into the streets, on the last days of the ceremony, the children climb the walls of the church to protect themselves.

Photographer of the Year

On the last day of the religious festivities, thousands of people gather in the main square to wait for the bulls to be released. The most daring try to climb on a bull and ride around the square, as an act of bravery and gratitude.

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TORO MAN