Members of different groups of dancers, covered in body paint, dance in the streets during their annual carnival, with dances dedicated to peace, racial tolerance and against discrimination, in Valparaiso city, about 121 km (75 miles) northwest of Santiago October 1, 2010.
Animal rights activists take part in a protest against the use of live animals in circuses in Vina del mar city, about 121 km (75 miles) northwest of Santiago October 2, 2010. The sign reads "Put oneself in their place".
Dancers perform during the opening ceremony for the Universal Forum of Cultures in Valparaiso city, about 121 km (75 miles) northwest of Santiago, October 22, 2010. Valparaiso city will host arts and cultural events throughout the city to coincide with the 45-day forum.
