LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: An aerial view of the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: An aerial view of the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A general view of the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A group of people preparing for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Circus performers pose for a photo at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown holds a painting at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown holds a painting at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Patterns on a clown suit at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A worker of circus prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A motorcyclist rehearses his act in a steel cage at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Motorcyclists rehears his act in a steel cage at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Motorcyclists rehears their act in a steel cage at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Motorcyclists rehears their act in a steel cage at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Clowns prepare for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Clowns paint their face for show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Clowns paint their faces for show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown's shoes are seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authoritie ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown paints his face for a show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown prepares for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Clowns prepare for the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: An acrobat performs on a tightrope at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A view of the roof of the circus tent at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A gymnast performs at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown performing is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Silhouette of a clown performing is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown performing is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A group of clowns are seen before the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Costumed people are seen before the show at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: A clown is seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Artists are seen performing on stage at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )

LIMA, PERU - JULY 18: Clowns are seen at the Tony Perejil circus, founded by Jose Alvarez also known as Tony Perejil, oldest in Rimac district of Lima, Peru on July 18, 2023. Founded in 1964, it gained great fame in the city until 1990s when it was forced to close. After the death of its founder, Jose Alvarez, his children and grandchildren continued his legacy. Today, the circus reopened under the direction of his son -who bears the same name- and strives to keep this neighborhood circus alive despite the lack of spaces and little support from the authorities. ( Klebher Vasquez - Anadolu Agency )