Festivals in Catalonia region

Correfoc (Fire Run)

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Catalonia region festivals offer spectacular demonstrations of traditional folklore, i.e:

"Dances" - Dancing
Town squares burst into life with displays of vibrant Catalan dancing: the Ball dels Gegants (the Dance of the Giants) with twelve foot models, the Ball de Gitanes (Gypsy Dance), the Sardanes and Ball de Bastons (Stick Dance).
"Castellers" - Human Castles
Originating from the region of Tarragona, south of Barcelona, is the famous Human Castle tradition. Hundreds of people balance on each other’s shoulders to create great trembling towers up to nine storeys high, accompanied by the traditional Catalan musicians “Grallers.” Ecstatic applause adds to the tense excitement and electric atmosphere.
"Correfocs" - Devils & Fire Throwing
The Correfoc (Fire Run) or Devil’s Dance (Ball de Diables) is one of the most stunning elements of Catalan festivals. Devil figures, stemming from Pagan legends, run through dusk darkened streets brandishing sparking forks amidst flames and fireworks.
"Cercaviles" - Folkloric Processions
Fantastical dragons, twelve foot giants, enormous headed dwarfs, magical fire dancers and lively musicians form vibrant processions that wind their way through the festival streets.