World Festivals: Saint Anthony’s Day and Las Luminarias, Spain

Saint Anthony in Spain is the patron saint of all animals. Throughout Spain, on this day, January 17th, people carry (or lead) their pets to churches to bless them for another happy and peaceful year. Most vividly, in every sense of the word, this holiday is celebrated with a festival in the town of San […]

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