US EditionTradition and Hope in Bolivia. Alasita Fair, Where Wishes Take Shape in Lucky Miniatures
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A festival full of hope in La Paz, Bolivia! People buy miniature objects such as houses, cars, money or diplomas, all of which represent their wishes for the future. These are placed next to the statue of Ekeko, a god of abundance, who is believed to bring good luck and prosperity in the coming year. People hope for a better life.
Listen to this news: The Alasitas Fair opened on January 24th in La Paz. The event was attended by the Vice Minister of Cultures and Folklore, Andrés Zaratti, the Mayor of La Paz, Iván Arias, and representatives of the National Federation of Alasita Artisans and Exhibitors (Fenaena). The opening ceremony brought together national authorities, artisans, and families in a festive atmosphere. As part of the celebration, on Friday night, merchants a…
The fair also offers humacha cheese, pastries, churros and humintas
La Paz, 24 Jan 2026 (ATB Digital).- At noon this 24 January, according to tradition, the Alasita fair was inaugurated with the presence of the mayor of La Paz, Iván Arias, along with other municipal authorities, representatives of diplomatic bodies from invited countries, as well as the vice minister of Cultures and Folklore, Andrés Zaratti. The official event included the cut of the symbolic tape, with which the so-called feast of abundance and…
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