Carnival characters competition in Bolivia

Contestants dressed as a Chola and Pepino wait for the competition to get started where the three main beloved Carnival characters: Chuta, Pepino and Chola, all of whom represent gaiety, will be elected in La Paz, Bolivia, Thursday, Feb. 1, 2018. The trio of Carnival royalty must be adept at spreading happiness and never tire of dancing. [Photo: AP/Juan Karita]