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Main attractions in Valencia
Valencia is the third largest city in Spain and one of the most popular among tourists. People from all corners of the world visit Valencia, attracted by its history, its monuments, its delicious cuisine and the spectacular customs and traditions of the city. One of the most famous traditions in Valencia is the Las Fallas Festival, which is held in the city every March, between the 15th day and 19th days of the month. The four days of the festival are full of color, music, dancing and joy, so if you decide to visit Valencia on one of your holidays, consider visiting in March.
A few words about the famous festival
The Las Fallas Festival is one of the merriest you will ever see and it has become world-renowned for the enthusiasm and excitement surrounding this celebration. When the festival starts, the streets are closed to traffic and everyone goes out in the streets for some fun. The streets become packed with the so-called 'fallas'', which are papier-mch figures that satirize well known political figures and famous artists. Some of the greatest singers and bands in Spain take part in the festival. In 2010 the famous singer Antonio Orozco performed. Who knows which fantastic performer is going to grace the stage this year?
A short history
This festival began in the 16th century, when the legend says that the carpenters in Valencia decided to burn all the leftover wood. Now the festival is a double celebration, as it also honors San Jose, or Saint Joseph, who is the patron saint of all carpenters. Throughout the centuries, the festival has been celebrated with fireworks and Ayuntamiento Square has always been lit by the burning fallas at midnight. Every year, the inhabitants save some of the smaller fallas, which tourists can see in the Museo Fallero, which is now one of the biggest attractions in Valencia.
The festival has one more characteristic feature: the absolutely spectacular dresses. Almost 90,000 women and children dress up in fabulous attire and carry bouquets of red carnations and roses towards the Basilica of the Virgin to offer her the flowers. So, now you have the costumes, the music, the dancing, the colors and the fireworks, but what would a festival be without delicious food? If you decide to take part in the festival, be sure that you taste the delicious doughnuts made of pumpkin and dipped in chocolate. They are a one-of-a-kind savory experience!
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