Over 180 alebrijes created by Mexican craftsmen paraded on Saturday in Mexico City to mark the birth of Alebrijes – conceptual creatures in local folk art. /Xinhua Photo

Alebrijes are mostly imaginary figures that brought to vividness by craftsmen, using colorfully painted papier-mache called "cartonería". /Xinhua Photo

The carnival vibe Parade and Contest of Monumental Alebrijes was organized by the Museum of Popular Art (MPA) in the capital of Mexico. The event was designed to honor Mexican handcrafts and folk art. /Xinhua Photo