New Heights of Entertainment: The Climb of the Pine
The naked, silky smooth pine is then covered with a thick layer of soap before being winched up to its full height, using a primitive system of knotted ropes and elbow grease, by hearty volunteers ensconced at the top of the said church tower.
All in the cultural interest
It is six years since Sant Antoni in Sa Pobla was declared a fiesta in the cultural interest.
Will there ever be fireworks for Sant Antoni in Sa Pobla again?
The latest meeting to discuss the fiestas was held earlier this week, and it confirmed that there would be no pyromusical.
Sant Antoni 2020 in Muro
Sant Antoni 2020 in Muro.
The paraphernalia for the Sant Antoni fiestas was staying in the wardrobe
The paraphernalia for the Sant Antoni fiestas was staying in the wardrobe.
The fire and cross of Sant Antoni
Next year, we can but hope that the tunic with the cross of the T doesn’t remain in the wardrobe.
No bonfires but lots of eel pies
Sa Pobla has one of the island’s most interesting cuisines and food has a major role in the Sant Antoni fiesta days with its eel pie.
Out and about
Sant Antoni - the winter warmer
Sant Antoni is considered by many to be the most popular Saint in Majorca.
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