In Girona, Spain, annual ritual of fire, the Correfoc, reinforces Catalunya’s cultural identity

Igniting the spirit of Catalunya - as a symbol of its cultural identity and independence - the Correfoc is a medieval ritual of fire that reawakens the city of Girona. Marking the Festival of Sant Narcís each autumn, the annual fire run is a physical manifestation of anarchy where rules dissolve, led by a troop of self-described Devils, who take to the streets in an explosive clash of good and evil.…read more at nowness.com
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[@GRANDDOSE]

Wow that's a crazy festival. Never heard of it. Amazing Cinematography and story telling! ❤

[@nuriaferresuana9361]

Bravo, jo també sóc piròmana. Diables per sempre!

[@cooperandorra]

Visca Catalunya! ❤