Carnival in Vilafranca del Penedès

The Vilafranca del Penedès Carnival is a celebration rich in history and traditions. Since the 19th century, this festival has included float parades, costume balls, and the arrival of Carnival, a central character of the celebration.

Lardero Thursday marks the beginning of Carnival with the arrival of the Carnival King. During the festival, various events are held such as dances, contests, and the famous Carnival burial. The Carnival becomes a meeting point for the community, offering a mix of fun, culture and local heritage.

It is said that one of the origins of Carnival could come from the pagan festivals that were held in honor of Bacchus, the Roman god of wine, or those that were held in honor of the Apis bull in Egypt.

Today, Carnival is a popular celebration in many parts of the world, which belongs to the lunar calendar and is part of an entire cycle with its own sense of tradition? Christian: the cycle that precedes Lent. Before, Lent was a time of repression of the senses and a severe liturgical formality where eating meat, celebrating parties, etc. was not allowed.

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