El Poble Nou de Benitatxell finished yesterday its festivities in honour of the Virgin of the Rose with an intense weekend full of fun. The neighbours enjoyed a festive day last Saturday with the traditional cucañas and the paella contest.
In the afternoon, the pobleros and pobleras showed their humour in a colourful parade through the streets of the town. There was laughter, funny scenes and good vibes in one of the most deeply-rooted festivities in the municipality since it was introduced in 1951 by the ‘Quadrilla del Sarment’.
In the costumes, very elaborate this year and with a high participation, there were references both to aspects of municipal current affairs, such as the implementation of the ‘Door to door’ system, and to two of the most topical international events: Trump’s victory in the US elections and the death of Pope Francisco.
Thus, the costumes of ‘Poble Brut’, with buckets and calendar included; Trump, who was accompanied by his wife Melania, private security, Civil Guard and ‘ trumpists’ fans; and the Pope, inside his coffin and sheltered by cardinals, nuns and other faithful, were the winners of San Pancrazio’s contest. The festivities finished yesterday, Sunday, with the bullfighting festivities.
