In Brazil’s central town of Pirenopolis, masked riders and cavalry gather for a unique festival. The Festa do Divino Espírito Santo - or the Festival of the Divine Holy Spirit, blends Catholic traditions with popular folklore and theatrical performance, dating back to the early 19th century. (AP video: Lucas Dumphreys)
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In Brazil, knights and masked riders take to a football pitch for religious festival

In Brazil’s central town of Pirenopolis, masked riders and cavalry gather for a unique festival. The Festa do Divino Espírito Santo - or the Festival of the Divine Holy Spirit, blends Catholic traditions with popular folklore and theatrical performance, dating back to the early 19th century. (AP video: Lucas Dumphreys)
 
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