In this February 6, 2018 photo, Juan Ricaldi starts assembling his costume to become the “Ekeko”, the god of prosperity and the central figure of the Alasita Fair, in La Paz, Bolivia. “I carry the soul of the Ekeko”, said the 59-year-old artisan who studies history at the local university. Ricaldi won this year's Ekeko competition. (Photo by Juan Karita/AP Photo)
