Moors and Christians

the very name 'Benidorm' is of Arabic origen.

It's Moors and Christians time again in Benidorm. The Fiesta has already kicked off with the big formal ceremony to 'crown' the leading players from both sides – Queen, Knight, King and his 'favourite.'
The real action and fun starts this Wednesday when the big parades of Christian and Moorish troops begin. The lavish costumes and stirring music as the two armies march through town is an unforgettable sight and shouldn't be missed if you're in Benidorm.
As you know the fiesta re-enacts the Christian victory over the Moors who had occupied Spain for around 700 years – the very name 'Benidorm' is of Arabic origen.
Here's a programme of the starting time of events, most of which take place around the Plaza de la Hispanidad unless otherwise stated.
Wednesday 3rd 23.00 – Parade of the armies
Thursday 4th 22.30 – Battle Royal on Levante beach
Friday 5th 10.30 – Parade of the two armies
Friday 5th 18.00 – Let battle commence
Saturday 6th 10.00 – More parading
Saturday 6th 19.30 – The most spectacular parade of the fiesta
Sunday 7th 12.00 – Procession offering flowers to San Jaime.
Sunday 7th 19.30 – Massive procession followed by fireworks in Avenida Mediterraneo.

1 October 2007 Stephen White.

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