I'm really struck by the similarity of small town celebrations in Mexico and Spain. Its incredible that the all night celebrations with dancing and fireworks - did I see a photo of rotating sparkler/firework contraption? And then the solemn religious service, with partying to pick up immediately again. How precisely these traditions have been transmitted and maintained apart for 500 years! And like you.... I can't keep up that kind of schedule . It makes me wonder what pre-Roman, per-Christian party was going on there 3000 years ago?!
Yes, you did indeed see a photo of rotating sparkler/fireworks contraption! Amazing. Also amazing that they encourage kids to put on protective clothes (i.e. a hoodie and a hat) and dance around under the fireworks.
I'm really struck by the similarity of small town celebrations in Mexico and Spain. Its incredible that the all night celebrations with dancing and fireworks - did I see a photo of rotating sparkler/firework contraption? And then the solemn religious service, with partying to pick up immediately again. How precisely these traditions have been transmitted and maintained apart for 500 years! And like you.... I can't keep up that kind of schedule . It makes me wonder what pre-Roman, per-Christian party was going on there 3000 years ago?!
Yes, you did indeed see a photo of rotating sparkler/fireworks contraption! Amazing. Also amazing that they encourage kids to put on protective clothes (i.e. a hoodie and a hat) and dance around under the fireworks.