Noche de San Juan (June 23)
Celebrating Noche de San Juan in Moraira
The sun is at its peak in Spain around June 23. We now know that there is a lot of celebration in Spain and this natural phenomenon is also an excellent opportunity to reflect on this and to celebrate extensively. There is also unpacking on this evening in Moraira.
Origin of Noche de San Juan
History tells us that when the sun reaches its zenith, fire is made to find life and fire is used to impart vitality and strength to all who take part in the ceremony. The bonfires are now part of the spectacle, symbolizing the burning of the old to make way for the new. Then the real summer can begin.
Celebrate Noche de San Juan on the beach of Moraira
The inhabitants of Moraira celebrate San Juan on the beach of Moraira called L’Ampolla with a big bonfire. Friends and family groups meet in advance. Then they will meet on the beach where they will spend the whole evening and night drinking and dancing together. As soon as the conflagration is reasonably extinguished, people will jump over it to make wishes come true. Another good practice on this evening is to take a dip in the sea at midnight on June 23 to purify the body. In addition, jumping over 7 waves will make all your wishes come true. All in all an energetic evening but with good prospects when all obstacles have been taken. Since the next day, June 24, is a public holiday, there is no reason to end this evening prematurely.
What happens during Noche de San Juan?
In other coastal towns it is customary to throw 3 objects into the sea. These are a rose or flower for love, a mint for well-being and a fruit for health. The Spaniards who do not live on the coast throw three written wishes into the bonfires that are usually lit around the church.
All in all a real spectacle and another party that belongs to the Spanish culture. This is definitely a night to experience. This is celebrated differently everywhere, one region turns out a bit more than the other regions. Fireworks are often part of this, but this is not the case in Moraira.
Holidays in Moraira during Noche de San Juan?
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Frequently Asked Questions about Noche de San Juan
When is Noche de San Juan?
Noche de San Juan is always celebrated on June 23.
What is celebrated with Noche de San Juan?
The beginning of summer. Along the coast of Spain, large campfires are made on the beach on June 23, where residents can throw old things. Here they throw away the old to make way for summer.
Is it party time at Noche de Juan?
Absolute. This evening is especially for the Spaniards. They celebrate the beginning of summer this night and they do so until the early hours on the large beach of Moraira.
