The Moors and Christians celebration in Moraira
Credit: Teulada Moraira Turisme, Facebook
The spectacular festivity that has remained an integral local tradition for centuries, the Moors and Christians will be held in Moraira once again this June.Â
Every year, local families and enchanted visitors attend the event reflecting on the Christian conquest of Moros (Arabs) in Spain.
This summer s programme is still subject to change.
June 7Â
The opening of the Andalusian Medieval Market at the Castle of Moraira, at 7.30pm. With stalls of crafts, cuisine, and entertainment, the town will go back to its medieval past,
June 8Â
Fanfare Bataclan de Jalon on the streets of Moraia´s centre, with the friar meal preparation at 12pm.
June 10 and June 12
Open-air concert at the Castle of Moraira from 8pm.
June 13
A parade in costumes by local families starting in Poble Nou de Benitatxell at 7.30pm, followed by a flag presentation at the Castle at 8pm
June 14
Flower offering at the Castle at 7.15pm and a parade followed by the re-enactment of the Christian conquest through La Ampolla beach from 10.30pm
 June 15
Gunpowder shooting at Moraira Castle alongside a brass band march through the streets at 8pm.Â
 June 16
The grand fire show at the Castle of Moraira from 8pm.
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