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Pochinqui During the month of February, one of the most recognized and energetic traditions of the entire year takes place: carnival . This celebration is an ode to the spirit and is celebrated throughout the peninsula, but in each place in a unique way. If you want to give your rural getaway a magical and ancestral touch, we show you the 3 best rural carnivals in Spain . Find your accommodation The Xinzo de Limia carnival in Ourense Xinzo de Limia Carnival By: Wirestock This carnival takes place in the village of Xinzo de Limia , in Ourense. It has its origins in a pagan ritual and is well known because the participants dress in white suits, red capes and colored ribbons, in addition to covering their identity with masks.
This festivity takes place three weeks before Carnival Tuesday, beginning with Petardazo Saturday and Faraleiro Sunday. Why is this celebration called that? It turns out that it comes from the flour battle that takes place in the streets of the village. Afterwards, Sunday Oleiro takes place in the Plaza Mayor and Sunday do Norfolk Island Email List Corredoir just before the carnival. This celebration is, without a doubt, one of the most notable in Galicia and is an ideal choice to experience one of the best rural festivals. Of course, during the last Sunday (do Corredoir), watch your back because the Screens will come out, individuals in charge of chasing all those who go without a costume. To replenish your energy during the night, we recommend staying at Lar das Pias , a rural accommodation located in Allariz. This village is just 17 minutes by car from Xinzo de Limia and has six double rooms and a duplex with a kitchen, each equipped with a bathroom and individual TV.
Guests can enjoy shared spaces such as a cozy living-dining room with a fireplace, a reading corner, an interior patio and a garden with a barbecue. More information The Carnival of the Luzon Devils in Guadalajara Luzon Devils Carnival By: JUAN CARLOS MUNOZ The Luzon Carnival is recognized for the enigmatic devils and charming little masks. The devils (who are the real protagonists) are dressed in black with bull horns, dentures carved from potatoes and cowbells . They are in charge of representing evil, while the mascaritas are dressed in red skirts, shirts and caps, embodying good. This duality is usually highly represented in the carnival and, in the case of Luzon, it is a very colorful spectacle. The devils persecute those who do not wear a mask, painting them black, while the masked ones enjoy their immunity. This fascinating confrontation between devils and mascaritas makes the Luzon Carnival full of bright colors, creating a unique experience that fuses tradition, mystery and fun.
This festivity takes place three weeks before Carnival Tuesday, beginning with Petardazo Saturday and Faraleiro Sunday. Why is this celebration called that? It turns out that it comes from the flour battle that takes place in the streets of the village. Afterwards, Sunday Oleiro takes place in the Plaza Mayor and Sunday do Norfolk Island Email List Corredoir just before the carnival. This celebration is, without a doubt, one of the most notable in Galicia and is an ideal choice to experience one of the best rural festivals. Of course, during the last Sunday (do Corredoir), watch your back because the Screens will come out, individuals in charge of chasing all those who go without a costume. To replenish your energy during the night, we recommend staying at Lar das Pias , a rural accommodation located in Allariz. This village is just 17 minutes by car from Xinzo de Limia and has six double rooms and a duplex with a kitchen, each equipped with a bathroom and individual TV.
Guests can enjoy shared spaces such as a cozy living-dining room with a fireplace, a reading corner, an interior patio and a garden with a barbecue. More information The Carnival of the Luzon Devils in Guadalajara Luzon Devils Carnival By: JUAN CARLOS MUNOZ The Luzon Carnival is recognized for the enigmatic devils and charming little masks. The devils (who are the real protagonists) are dressed in black with bull horns, dentures carved from potatoes and cowbells . They are in charge of representing evil, while the mascaritas are dressed in red skirts, shirts and caps, embodying good. This duality is usually highly represented in the carnival and, in the case of Luzon, it is a very colorful spectacle. The devils persecute those who do not wear a mask, painting them black, while the masked ones enjoy their immunity. This fascinating confrontation between devils and mascaritas makes the Luzon Carnival full of bright colors, creating a unique experience that fuses tradition, mystery and fun.