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EPISODE · Oct 26, 2024 · 27 MIN

Halloween vs Día de Todos los Santos

from The Making of Madrid · host Felicity Hughes

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating intersection of Halloween and Día de Todos los Santos in Spain. I explore the history of these celebrations, from their religious roots to modern controversies over American Halloween traditions making their way into Spanish culture. Along the way, we discuss quirky customs, including spooky plays, cemetery visits, and my personal experiences with Madrid's Halloween festivities. Whether you're interested in Spain's cultural traditions or just love a good ghost story, this episode offers a unique perspective on how Madrid celebrates the season.Visit my website and subscribe for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook⁠https://shr.pn/tiNH⁠Support The Making of Madrid by buying a copy of Quiet Madrid, a guide to the city's tranquil spaces in hidden places.  ⁠https://shr.pn/R1bO⁠Or buy one of my Madrid audio tours from Voicemap: ⁠https://shr.pn/YjK5⁠

In this episode, I dive into the fascinating intersection of Halloween and Día de Todos los Santos in Spain. I explore the history of these celebrations, from their religious roots to modern controversies over American Halloween traditions making their way into Spanish culture. Along the way, we discuss quirky customs, including spooky plays, cemetery visits, and my personal experiences with Madrid's Halloween festivities. Whether you're interested in Spain's cultural traditions or just love a good ghost story, this episode offers a unique perspective on how Madrid celebrates the season.Visit my website and subscribe for a FREE copy of Madrid Beyond the Guidebook⁠https://shr.pn/tiNH⁠Support The Making of Madrid by buying a copy of Quiet Madrid, a guide to the city's tranquil spaces in hidden places.  ⁠https://shr.pn/R1bO⁠Or buy one of my Madrid audio tours from Voicemap: ⁠https://shr.pn/YjK5⁠

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