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| December 23 is another important date in Oaxaca. The Night of the Radishes finds the zocalo filled with amazing creations all carved from giant radishes by teams of people hoping to win a prize for their imagination, patience and talent. These photos were taken in the afternoon as the displays were being assembled. |
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| The main dancer is suspended in the air as he jumps, |
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| surrounded by other dancers in the traditional Dance of the Plumes. |
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| Sing it with him: "I am Don Quijote, the Man of La Mancha!" |
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| Some of the creations have obvious religious themes and some incorporate other vegetables or plants |
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| There is usually at least one Frida Kahlo themed work, too. Here she is depicted with wings while other winged beings play near her. Inspiration? Your guess is as good as mine! |
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| More Christmas trees have been appearing in Oaxaca during the last few years, this is the first we have noticed in radish form. |
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| The skeleton called La Catrina - a Mexican tradition |
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| What do you think this is? I have no idea but I like it. |
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