The octopus’s funeral procession
Most places in Spain end Carnival with a mock funeral for a sardine. Los Cancajos decided to have a few carnival events this year, ending in an Octopus’s funeral (just for a change).
Close up of the octopus
But the weather was terrible, and they postponed it for two weeks. And when the new date came around, there weather was terrible again, and they had to postpone it again!
The percussion band
Third time lucky – the funeral went ahead last night. A percussion band (a batucada) provided the music.
The Master of Ceremonies
The master of ceremonies, looked rather fine as he led the way, keeping the octopus and band together.
The octopus’s cremation, Los Cancajos, Breña Baja, La Palma
The procession went through the village and down to the beach, where they cremated it and let off the fireworks.
Fireworks at the octopus’s funeral, Los Cancajos, Breña Baja, La Palma
We left, just as the band was starting up for the public dance. It was great fun, and I’m sure they’ll do it again next year.
The band
Glad to know it finally took place.
We were in La Palma last for Los Indianos.We have a place in Los Cancajos but still (for now) mostly live in England. Your excellent blog halps me through the winter until our next trip which will be Semana Santa. Thanks for doing this -keep it up, We simply adore La Isla Bonita.
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Thanks and greetings!
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