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Matera heritage UNESCO celebrates its Holy Saint. A procession where shepherds and knights pay homage to Madonna della Bruna. The triumphal chariot in paper mache is donated to the people for the ritual destruction.
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The traditional dance of the giants in the procession of Corpus Christi takes place in Barcelona. The ceremonial mannequins were previewed at city hall.
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The dancing egg is a unique tradition dating from the XVII is held in Barcelona for the Corpus Domine, this tradition that takes place in several towns in Catalonia during the feast of Corpus Christi.
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For the commemoration of Corpus Domini, Barcelona unveiled the front of The Cathedral of the Holy Cross and Saint Eulalia (Catedral de la Santa Creu i Santa Eulàlia) The Cathedral can now be seen without the scaffolding.
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Barcelona City Hall will be open to the public until June 11th. Visitors can see the historic rooms of the building, admire the fine works of art inside and the giant figures of the traditional procession of Corpus Domini.
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The Cemetery of Staglieno is one of the most important in Europe. It will be the host of the European's Cemetery Week, from the 28th of May to the 3rd of June. Free cultural events will take place in the setting of its immense historical heritage.
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One of the most popular pilgrimages on foot, horseback or chariot drawn by mules, is held in honor of the Virgin Maria. Although famous for its devotion, some environmentalists criticize what they see as cruelty towards the animals that are used.
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File images. Temps de Flors is an outdoor floral exhibition held in the city's streets, at monuments and in its parks. An opportunity for tourists to have a different perspective and unique experience exploring places normally closed to the public.
