Today we saw our first Castells in Gracia. We have seen many over the years in other towns, but this was the first one in Barcelona and our own neighborhood. Several community groups come together and do different versions of the towers. Some are a triangle of three people built up, some are just one column, others three or four columns with a column in the inside.The matinadas leading the neighborhood to the main plaza. Traditionally, they serve to wake the neighborhood up and announce the festivals.
The base of the castells. Many people cram together to create a strong foundation and hold the tower steady. Music is played to let those on the bottom know how much of the tower is built as they can't see anything. With all the pressure, one woman actually fainted after one of the towers was released.
Climbing up.
Mauro and Isabel watching.
The finished piece, with the smallest kids on top.
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