"Bathing" horses in the fire

January 17 Spaniards celebrate the day of St. Anthony - the patron saint of animals. On the eve of the small municipality of San Bartolomé de Pinares, which is located in the province of Avila, arranged a ceremony with a long tradition. At nightfall, after hitting a church bell best riders demonstrate their skills in jumping over the fire. It is believed that such a "swimming" in the fire saves animals from diseases and brings good luck for the whole year.





















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