Dia de Las Comadres

The Thursday before Carnival in Tilcara is the Day of the Comadres. It's a party honouring the women. In the Plaza de Tilcara all sorts of regional events are held, and this is no exception. The women gather to sing and celebrate, and wine, beer, and tamales are not lacking. The comadres host the food and drink, while dancing northern songs. An interesting fact: Men carry small terracotta jugs hanging around their necks, with a variety of flowers, which they offer to the women they consider beautiful. The celebration invites many tourists from all over the world add to the celebration, which includes