Festivals and celebrations Flashcards
(72 cards)
Celebracion
Celebration
Tradicion
Tradition
Festividad
Festivity
Origines
Origins
Ritual
Ritual
Patrimonio Cultural
Cultural Heritage
Diversion
Fun
Espiritualidad
Spirituality
La Semana Santa
Holy Week
Dia De los Muertos
Day of the Dead
La Feria de Abril
April Fair
Las Fallas
The Fallas
La Navidad
Christmas
La Fiesta de San Fermín
Running of the Bulls
La Tomatina
Tomato festival
A profoundly religious event in Spain and Latin America, this celebration is marked by devotion and artistry. It includes dramatic processions and symbols that commemorate the Passion of Christ.
La Semana Santa
A unique blend of pre-Columbian traditions and Catholic influence, this celebration honors deceased loved ones. The imagery, symbols, and rituals reflect a positive and celebratory view of death.
El Dia de los Muertos
This lively festival is a celebration of Andalusian culture, with music, dancing, and traditional food and drink. It is a time for socializing, wearing traditional clothing, and enjoying regional customs.
La Feria de Abril
This Valencian festival is famous for its monumental sculptures and vibrant energy. It blends creativity, satire, and tradition, culminating in dramatic bonfires
Las Fallas
Christmas in Spanish-speaking countries emphasizes family gatherings, traditional foods, and religious observances
La Navidad
Held annually in Pamplona, this festival lasts from July 6th to July 14th and is famous for its encierros (bull runs), as well as cultural events, parades, and traditional celebrations. The origins of the festival date back to medieval times, combining religious devotion to Saint Fermin with agricultural traditions related to cattle
La Fiesta de San Fermín
The event begins with a palo jabón (a greased pole) challenge, where participants try to climb the pole to retrieve a ham. Once the ham is retrieved, the tomato fight begins and lasts for approximately one hour. Over 150,000 tomatoes are used during the festival, which are specifically grown for this event. After the fight, streets are cleaned, leaving them spotless due to the acidic nature of tomatoes
La Tomatina
Tomatazo
Tomato Throw
Palo jabon
Greased Pole
