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A short ‘Hogueras’ history
On Junio - 16 - 2009
Since ancient times, the villages of the Mediterranean coast celebrated the coming of the summer solstice around bonfires that cleansed and purified. In Alicante, the ritual of fire survived throughout the centuries as a festivity connected to the farming community.
Practical Guide 2009 bonfires of San Juan
On Junio - 16 - 2009
Hogueras de San Juan 2009 in Alicante
On Junio - 15 - 2009
The night of San Juan is cause for celebration in many towns and villages around the Region of Valencia. In the city of Alicante, the San Juan Bonfires are a great event, deemed to be of International Tourist Interest.
Banyà:
On Junio - 10 - 2009
This is very popular custom among the younger element of the public, and refers to the soaking they receive from the firefighters during the burning of the effigies.
Bellesa del Foc
On Junio - 10 - 2009
Beauty Queen of the festivities chosen from amongst the queens from the various districts of the city.
Palmera
On Junio - 10 - 2009
a grand firework spectacle of lights and colours that is set off from the Santa Bárbara castle, which signals the start of the burning of the hogueras of the city.
