FERRIA

CORDOBA, SPAIN

Each year the Andalucian Region of Southern Spain celebrates Ferria, a celebration marking the beginning of the Roman Catholic Lenten season.  While Lent is a time of sacrifice, Ferria ( known as Carneval and Mardi Gras elsewhere in the world) is a time of indulgence.  During the four days preceding Lent, parties rage day in and day out.   The picture above shows a Cordoban woman and her daughter dancing the sevillanas, a traditional Andalucian dance.  Also, note the traditional dresses of the women.