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LA TOMATINA IN BUOL
The origins of this mass tomato throwing festival date back to a childhood skirmish in 1945 and since then it has been an annual celebration that adds color to the lives of locals and tourists alike. The festivities commence at 9am in Buol's town square, where attees are welcomed with rolls and pastries courtesy of the Town Hall for breakfast.
As people gather under the sun, a giant pole is erected covered with soap and crowned by a leg of ham as an enticing prize. Those daring enough to climb high compete to reach this reward, delighting those who watch from afar. Meanwhile, buckets of water are launched from balconies, soaking participants in preparation for the mn event.
At precisely 11 o'clock, a gunshot signals the start of the battle, and trucks laden with ammunition arrive on cue, honking as they bring their first load of tomatoes to throw into the fray. The crowds rush forward to stockpile these bullets, turning everything red within seconds. More tomato-filled trucks follow until another gunshot announces the of the battle.
Washing down the brave participants becomes a task of its own using hoses, while thoughts already turn to next year's LA TOMATINA.
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A series of captivating images depict moments from this iconic event:
14 - A scene of tomato chaos during LA TOMATINA
24 - Participants in full engagement with the battle
34 - Buol streets alive with a sea of red amidst laughter and joy
44 - The emblematic logo that represents LA TOMATINA
Buol, Spn
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