CHRISTMAS TRADITIONS IN NAVARRA
BED4U 29/12/2014
Although the Christmas period is short, Christmas traditions, ancient and modern, are varied in Navarra. We like to experience them to the fullest and as we want our clients to do too, this year we have prepared a succulent offer, so that you can enjoy a magical night in our land.
On December 24, Olentzero , a plump and drunken man, comes down from the mountain, where he is all year long working and making charcoal to spend Christmas Eve with his family . It is that moment that is celebrated by various towns in Navarra, with a parade in which hundreds of people, especially boys and girls, go to welcome Santa Claus of the North.
Another of the peculiarities of Pamplona is the early carnival that is organized on New Year's Eve. Decades ago, some young people from a neighborhood of Pamplona began to dress up to have a good time, and as a result of that it was extended until the entire capital and the many onlookers who come to it dress up on New Year's Eve. Here you can see a sample of the 2013 New Years Eve costumes, incredible right? So if you come to Pamplona on December 31st, don't forget your hat, funny glasses or costume.
In Urdiain , for example, the celebration of the last night of the year is related to water. At the ringing of the midnight chimes, the young people walk the streets singing and asking for a Christmas gift while offering a jug of new water from the fountain to the authorities and neighbors.
The arrival of the Magi from the East is also a tradition that you cannot miss if you are in Navarra on January 5. In Sangüesa , for example, the visit of the Magi from the East does not end on the night of the 5th. The next day, the feast of the Epiphany, "The Mystery of the Kings" takes place, a unique sacramental car in Navarra and one of the five that are conserved in Spain. Essential to see!
The Pamplona Parade also attracts many people, as it is a very spectacular parade with its floats, artistic performances, etc. From the website of the Three Kings Cavalcade Association , you can find out about everything.
Navarra, with all its cultural and gastronomic wealth, is a unique place that is worth visiting, at least once in your life. We remind you of the Christmas offer that we have launched for this end of the year in our bed4U Castejón , an offer to enjoy Christmas in the Autonomous Community. We wait for you!
On December 24, Olentzero , a plump and drunken man, comes down from the mountain, where he is all year long working and making charcoal to spend Christmas Eve with his family . It is that moment that is celebrated by various towns in Navarra, with a parade in which hundreds of people, especially boys and girls, go to welcome Santa Claus of the North.
Another of the peculiarities of Pamplona is the early carnival that is organized on New Year's Eve. Decades ago, some young people from a neighborhood of Pamplona began to dress up to have a good time, and as a result of that it was extended until the entire capital and the many onlookers who come to it dress up on New Year's Eve. Here you can see a sample of the 2013 New Years Eve costumes, incredible right? So if you come to Pamplona on December 31st, don't forget your hat, funny glasses or costume.
In Urdiain , for example, the celebration of the last night of the year is related to water. At the ringing of the midnight chimes, the young people walk the streets singing and asking for a Christmas gift while offering a jug of new water from the fountain to the authorities and neighbors.
The arrival of the Magi from the East is also a tradition that you cannot miss if you are in Navarra on January 5. In Sangüesa , for example, the visit of the Magi from the East does not end on the night of the 5th. The next day, the feast of the Epiphany, "The Mystery of the Kings" takes place, a unique sacramental car in Navarra and one of the five that are conserved in Spain. Essential to see!
The Pamplona Parade also attracts many people, as it is a very spectacular parade with its floats, artistic performances, etc. From the website of the Three Kings Cavalcade Association , you can find out about everything.
Navarra, with all its cultural and gastronomic wealth, is a unique place that is worth visiting, at least once in your life. We remind you of the Christmas offer that we have launched for this end of the year in our bed4U Castejón , an offer to enjoy Christmas in the Autonomous Community. We wait for you!
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