Bucaramanga: The city where women ‘rule’ every Thursday

Where the women rule: A close-up of a statue entitled "Mujer de Pies Desnuda" by Colombian artist Fernando Botero in the city of Bucaramanga.

Every Thursday in the city of Bucaramanga, Colombia, it’s an all-women party all night long – while the men face curfew at home.

Men in the Colombian city of Bucaramanga are being told to stay home and mind the children while their wives and partners go out to party all night long, as part of an initiative to tackle the high levels of domestic violence in the city. The women-only night, set for Thursday, is expected to be a hit with the city’s women and bring a carnival atmosphere.