Once Again – The Curse of Carnival

We have arrived at that time of the year when I try mightily never to leave my house, except for quick trips to the local park with my two-year-old daughter Mariana. Some things are not to be sacrificed. It is once again Carnival season in Bolivia, when Cochabamba turns into one giant mayhem of water fighting.

Some years ago, during one of my first Carnival seasons in Bolivia, I wrote this article about it, The Curse of Carnival. For those interested in the odd spectacle of an entire city throwing water balloons at one another, have a look at the article.

Meanwhile, I have an arsenal of plastic squirt guns in case things get rough and I am making up lots of reasons to stay here where it is safe and dry in my house. If you are coming this way in the next two weeks, bring a full-length raincoat.