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A Spanish tradition dating back from 1620, baby jumping is a practice that take place every year in a small town called Castrillo de Murcia.

During the Colacho festival, people dressed as the devil (Colacho in spanish), jump over babies born in the last 12 months to cleanse them of the original sin and protect them against evil spirits and illness.

It’s considered the most dangerous festival from around the world. This year, it took place on May 22, but you can catch it in 2009, when it takes place on June 11.

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