Festivals in Spain

FESTIVITIES IN SPAIN

Photo:© Tarazona Town Council

a EL CIPOTEGATO TARAZONA

EL CIPOTEGATO, TARAZONA This tradition dates back to the 18th century, when a character appeared disguised as a jester (Cipotegato) who forced his way through a crowd of children so that the procession in honour of the patron saint, San Atilano could pass through. Midway through the 20th century everything changed and now it is Cipotegato who is chased by the crowd while they throw tomatoes

at him. This character marks the start of the festivities in the town, which include fairs, parades and a variety of religious and cultural events.

L Where: Tarazona (Zaragoza, Aragon) When: from 27 August to 1 September www.tarazona.es/tu-ciudad/descubre tarazona/el-cipotegato

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