The first of May is celebrated in most countries of
the world, or at least most of Europe, as labor day. In Figueres it also marked the first of the
six-day festa major, La Santa Creu. There were arts and crafts stands, parades,
dancing, music, castells (human towers), fireworks, and food – lots and lots of
food.
And did I mention chess? There was a speed chess competition where
players of all ages competed.
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| Sant Jordi, the princess, and the dragon |
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| Sant Jordi (Saint George) is the patron saint of Catalunya |
