As you can see this photo from todays edition of El Heraldo, it’s not just the people who get dressed up for the carnival. This house is one of 43 entered into “Fachadas del Carnaval” - a contest which involves people dressing in disguise and decorating houses. The carnival is like a son to Yolanda Hernández, an entrant in the competition, and she celebrates it with passion each year. She says “We like to do this and enjoy it as a family, with my grandchildren and children. We all love these festivals as good barranquilleros.”
Full article in spanish here.