Those holidaying in
Tenerife next month will have the opportunity to see a rather unusual event.
The town of
Guimar traditionally marks the end of the carnival season and the beginning of lent with a theatrical street performance.
Known as Las Burras de
Guimar – or the Donkey's of
Guimar – the play tells the story of witches who turn into donkeys by night.
A children's fancy dress competition will also be held in
Guimar, along with a carnival parade, according to WhatsonWhen.
Another unusual tradition observed on the
Canary Islands is the burial of the sardine, which is also done to mark the beginning of lent.
The tradition stems from the ancient practice of burying fat to symbolise the start of pre-Easter fasting.
Some islands mark the occasion by burning the sardine instead.
