Festivals and Fun in Mallorca March 2nd, 2009

    The island of Mallorca has been long known for fun and relaxing vacations.  Relaxing in the way of beautiful and tranquil beaches, long strolls through cafes, shops, and luxury hotels Mallorca offers it all.  For fun, the city of Mallorca has a long tradition of festivals.  Parties, dancing and a lot of Spanish flavor make these festivals for all those traveling here on vacation something to remember.  Most festivals occur annually.  One such night is the night dedicated to celebrating Saint Antoni.  This is the Patron Saint of Animals.  Working animals to be specific.  This night is celebrated in many cities across the island, all fiestas occuring at the same time.  There is much to eat, to see and to participate in.  Devilish performers in outrageous costumes and make up provide the entertainman and the drive for the dancing that lasts all night long.  Many party goers are disguised as well, and this is known as a night of debauchery.  Muscatel flows freely and the night is well known to become a bit of an erotic affair.

    Another such costumed festival is the Night of Fire.  Although this affair tends to be a bit more subtle as far as the drinking and wildness is concerned, costumes are donned and the live music provides the inspiration for the all night dance parties.  This festival marks the beginning of the summer festival season and is becoming a widely popular event.  The most attended festival however is the Domingo del Angel.  The celebration was abandoned for approximately 400 years.  However in 1982 it became once again the traditional festival it once was.  This night happens on the Sunday following Easter.  While there are still feasts to attend and dancing to be done, it is a bit more of a reverant affair.  This day signifies and honors the poor, and is characterized by the hope and prayers for those less fortunate.  There are activities designed just for children and this tends to be more of a family night then a party night.  Mallorca has many more parties and celebrations that make this a grand tourist destination.

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