Nerea Cárdenas

Leire Gangoiti

Fire is the most fundamental element.

Since ancient times it has been seen to have a protective character to ward off evil and symbolized the giving of thanks for bountiful harvests.

The traditional party in Spain is the celebration in honour of San Juan.

It takes place in the evening of June 23.

Bonfires are lit in the streets or on the sand of the beaches.

The rituals are:Jumping over the fire.Touch the water that is blessed in the night Asking for some wishes, and there are fireworks too.

 In our town, we always celebrate St John”s Eve. It’s the party that has its origin in the festivals held around the summer solstice and purification rites associated with it.

They usually make a big typical bonfire and next to that, there is a queue where they give a cup of chocolate and some biscuits.

For children there is a range of activities, but the most important was: They write a wish on a paper and then throw it away the fire.

There are also rock and pop concerts and at the end of the party always sing Basque songs.