San Isidro
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Every May 15th, Madrid comes alive with the vibrant and time-honored San Isidro Festival, honoring the city’s patron saint, Isidro Labrador. Picture this: thousands of Madrileños dressed in traditional “chulapo” attire, dancing the chotis in the Plaza Mayor, savoring iconic treats like “rosquillas tontas y listas,” and enjoying picnics on the grassy Pradera de San Isidro. From religious pilgrimages to drink the saint’s miraculous water to lively fairs, concerts, and even bullfights, this festival is the epitome of Madrid’s charm and casticismo – a celebration as authentic as the city itself.
The San Isidro Festival is also a feast for the senses, with irresistible street food like fried gallinejas, calamari sandwiches, and sweet barquillos filling the air with tempting aromas. Whether you’re dancing under the stars, sipping on “chatos” of Valdepeñas wine, or marveling at the colorful costumes and joyful atmosphere, this is the ultimate excuse to experience Madrid in its most festive and deliciously fun light. So, grab your rosquillas and join the fiesta – it’s tradition with a twist, and you’re invited!
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