Sant Antoni and the Fires of Abstinence
Yet who was this sainted man? And what made him so intriguing to the people of Mallorca, that his existence is still been celebrated 1,660 years after his death?
Climbing the pine in Pollensa, Mallorca
The moment the bag of confetti was broken.
16-year-old conquers Pollensa pine tree
There was an "unwritten rule" that no minors should attempt the climb.
Palma's animal blessing for Sant Antoni
Pets are the main characters in the streets of Palma today, Wednesday 17 January. Many local residents have taken their animals to be blessed on the occasion of the festivity of Sant Antoni (Saint Anthony). Dogs, cats and parakeets are the most common pets, but there is no shortage of other more exotic or minority animals. Many families with children attend the celebration.
Wednesday's weather in Mallorca - Sant Sebastià Fiestas threatened by rain
The forecast for Mallorca for Wednesday, 17 January.
Sant Antoni: The accidental and unofficial saint of Mallorca
Fifteen years ago, Felip Munar, professor of popular culture at the University of the Balearic Islands, argued that the day of Sant Antoni (January 17) should be a public holiday in the Balearics and especially in Mallorca.
Pine trees are never easy: Sant Antoni in Pollensa
IB3 will be hoping that the pine doesn't play havoc with its schedules again this year.
Float for the Sant Antoni Fiestas in Manacor, Mallorca
Float for the Sant Antoni Fiestas in Manacor.
Spring-like weather for Mallorca's big January fiestas
Very mild for the Sant Antoni fiestas, but a change likely for Sant Sebastià.
S'Arraco celebrate Sant Antoni with a bonfire
S'Arraco celebrate Sant Antoni with a bonfire.
The winter night of bonfires and demons
The January fiestas for Antoni, Sebastià and Honorat mean that streets are taken over by bonfires and there is a smell of wood-burning pretty much everywhere on the islands.
Mallorca events: What's On from Monday to Thursday
Mallorcan towns celebrate Sant Antoni and Sant Honorat from January 15 to 18 with diverse festivities.
Mallorca events: What's On from Friday to Sunday
The weekend festivities across Mallorca include Sant Antoni and Sant Sebastià celebrations.
Bonfires, barbecues, and beyond: Soller's January extravaganza
This is an extremely busy time of year for celebrations and observances.
Alcudia and the transparency of payment decisions
If you ever look at the agenda for a council meeting, you will see that the order of the day is often littered with items regarding approvals of credit.
Climbing the Pi de Sant Antoni in Pollensa, Mallorca
The mayor had called the event off.
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Bittersweet realities and renewal: Updates from Soller Valley
Just one more week of the Soller Tram being out of service for annual repairs to the track. It will be back on 22nd January 2024.
Shirley Roberts19/01/2024 14:37