El Colacho (baby jumping), El Salto del Colacho (the devil's jump)
First staged in 1620, this strange event celebrating Corpus Christi sees grown men dressed as the Devil leaping over a row of babies lying in the street.
The origins of the tradition are unknown but it is said to cleanse the babies of original sin, ensure them safe passage through life and guard against illness and evil spirits.
What a weird and dangerous festival ! Look at those cute little baby. It will be a mess if the guy didn't do it correctly. :D
Source:
http://en.wikipedia.org
http://www.telegraph.co.uk
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