Here is some singing and antics from a group of Basque men last night in Mundaka. They were part of a group that paraded through the town yesterday afternoon and by night time, they were going around singing and enjoying themselves. Always great to hear people sing and especially when it’s fuelled with a bit of craic and spirit. Have a listen. Text: Michael Fortune | folklore.ie

More Basque Country Carnival Magic Here is more great footage from The Basque Country for you that I experienced/recorded today. This was Mundaka at around 5pm today as the young “attoraks” paraded through the small town. They are lead by a young girl with her doll and it’s a magic sight. Tomorrow is the big day but tonight the street was theirs and it was brilliant to see how they bring the young people along and keep the traditions alive and growing. Completely ground up, no sponsors and no ba

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