Barranda facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Barranda
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| Municipality | Caravaca de la Cruz |
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| • Total | 884 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Barranda is a small village in the region of Murcia, Spain. It is located within the larger area called Caravaca de la Cruz. In 2009, about 884 people lived in Barranda.
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What is Barranda Like?
The houses in Barranda are spread out along the main highway. At the heart of the village is its main square, often called "El Muelle." This square is a special place where many important events happen.
Fun Festivals in Barranda
Every year, Barranda celebrates its traditions with exciting festivals.
The Pregón and Candelaria Celebrations
One of the unique events is the "pregón." This is a fun, satirical show that talks about the main things that happened to the villagers during the year. The pregón is part of the celebrations for the Virgen de la Candelaria. These celebrations take place from the last Sunday of January until February 2nd.
The Fiesta de las Cuadrillas
Barranda is also famous for its "Fiesta de las Cuadrillas." This is a big folk music festival that happens every last Sunday of January. It's a very popular event, attracting more than twenty thousand people! They come to enjoy traditional folk music played right in the streets of the village.
The Museum of Ethnic Music
Because of its rich cultural traditions, Barranda is home to the Museum of Ethnic Music. This museum opened in 2006. It showcases the amazing collection of Carlos Blanco Fadol. Inside, you can see over four thousand musical instruments from all around the world! It's a great place to learn about different cultures through their music.
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Museo de Música Étnica de Barranda
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Museo de Música Étnica de Barranda
