Tuesday, March 29, 2016

Who said Las Fallas are only in Valencia? Las Fallas of Cordoba 2016


Las Fallas is one of the biggest and most famous celebrations in Spain. And they take place in Valencia every year in March. However, no one ever said that they only take place in Valencia. This year marks the fourth consecutive year that the group "Fallers pel Mon" (Fallas-makers of the World) will hold a second Fallas festival within Spain with the aim of helping the rest of the country to understand and appreciate the culture, language and traditions of Valencia. If you needed any further proof that Spain is a multiecultural and plurinational country, this is it.

The idea of a "Plantà i Cremà" fallas celebration began in the city of Avila in 2013. Its resounding success and the interest it generated in Valenci's culture and heritage inspired the group to continue their endeavors over the next years, each time choosing a different national location. In 2014 it was the city of Granada, and in 2015 Toledo. This year the magic touches down in Cordoba, a city well-known for its own festivals and for the amiable nature of its inhabitants.

From April 2 through April 4, Cordoba will host Valencian "Fallers and Falleras" who have come to proudly share their culture and their festival with other regions. In two intense days the Valencians will take locals through the highlights of the Fallas festival, including the "Crida", "Plantà", "nit de foc" and the "Mascletá". There will even be the traditional floral offering to the Virgen.

If you missed out on this year´s Las Fallas in Valencia, this is a great way to see what it is all about. Discover just how diverse and unique is the country of Spain, and learn about the culture and traditions without having to leave Andalusia.

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