Introduction of Spanish festivals in March
The main activity of this festival is to drive antique cars before 1920 on the designated route. Drivers must wear clothes of that era. Not only Spanish racing groups participated, but also many groups from France and Andorra participated in this activity. Magdalena Festival (March 9-17): CastellondelaPlana City. The third Sunday of Lent. Originated in15th century and became popular after 1945. The celebration began with a lively "Pregon" caravan parade; In addition, it also includes "Romeriadelescanyes"-a pilgrimage to the former residence of SaintMaryMagdalene; Night parade of the statue of "Christopher crucified to stop bleeding"; There is also a bagpipe performance parade. Colorful sequins and wands can also be seen everywhere, which is very lively. FallasdeSanJose(3 (March 15- 19): Valencia. This festival originated in the Middle Ages, but it was not until the middle of last century that it gradually took on the characteristics seen today. Because the monument to Fa Ya and the portrait of Ninot in the festival successfully reflect the happiness and irony of Valencia people, this festival can be said to represent the success of popular art, and a series of activities have excited local residents and tourists from all over the world for two weeks. Including "Crida", that is, the ceremony that Queen Fa Ya and the mayor announced the start of the festival in TorresdeSerranost; "CabalgatadelNinot" or "theninot Parade" parade; In addition, the "Fa Ya" Committee also formed a night parade; The old royal families in Valencia organized groups to show their inherent customs and characteristics; "Falleras" also presented flowers to the patron saint of the city "OurLadyoftheForsaken"; Especially the most wonderful thing is to ignite the "NightofFire" night fire. At this time, all the "Fallas"-that is, the huge weird graphics made of cardboard stuck on the street-were burned in the fire; Form a special landscape. The celebration ended with bullfighting and various sports competitions. Return to Spanish national and regional festivals