Sunday, March 27, 2011

Party in Spanish Style Today!

By Andreas Sosadi


Sanfermines

This famous event, the bull running or the Running of the Bulls is a week-long celebration around July 7th that takes place in Pamplona at the festival of San Fermin. If you miss it, however, you will have more opportunities to see it in other cities. Conquistadors wearing white shirts and red flowing sashes prepare themselves to escape the bulls that frantically pursue them. You will find this occasion exciting, even breathtaking, so you will either watch out for the bulls or be careful to stand on the sidelines.

Feria de Abril

Anyone ready for some Flamenco and some bullfights? Feria de Abril is just the festival for you! This festival that takes place in Seville began as a market for cattle, but through the years it has gradually changed to something infinitely more exciting. The event lasts for a whole week, and you can also do wine tasting and eat some Tapas.

Semana Santa

Begun in the 1500's, the Semana Santa Fiesta is based around Easter. Just before the Febria de Abril, this occasion was originally created by Catholic priests for uneducated towns people in order to help them better understand Christ's Passion. In the present day, travelers to Spain will attend as parishioners chant and cheer for their respective churches, and then a lengthy, structured procession of people will play act the characters in the story for onlookers.

Las Fallas de San Jose

La Fallas de Jose is the Valencian celebration of spring in Spain. During this festival, visitors will celebrate 10 days of burning corrugated structures. Then on the last day, March 19th, guests will enjoy fireworks, bullfights, costume parties, and, oh yes, more Flamenco dancing.

Ceremonia del Tributo de las Tres Vacas

The Cermonia del Tributo de las tres Vacas takes place every year on July 13th. The Tribute to the Three Cows ceremony has a long history that dates from as far back as 1375. During this ancient festival, visitors going to Roncal can see the town's officials wearing Medieval costumes. The French of the Baretous valley receive the tribute of three cows given to them by the residents of Piedra San Martin during the ceremony.

The Day of Immaculada

The Day of Immaculada, December 6 in Seville, takes place to honor the statue of the Virgin who is found there. The festivity begins very late in the evening and fraternities from all over Spain dress in their particular medieval costumes to sing their traditional songs. In the morning children dress in medieval costumes and join the Danza de los Seises or dancing in the cathedral. Enjoy your Vacation in Spain! Make it a holiday you won't forget.




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