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Galicia Prepares for May Festivities Honoring Galician Language and Culture

From the 25th Correlingua race in Santiago to cultural tributes and festivals across Galicia, events celebrate the Día das Letras Galegas and its dedication to cantareiras and oral poetry.

Representantes dos grupos folclóricos da vila. |  Santos Álvarez
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Overview

  • The 25th Correlingua race in Santiago, involving 1,400 students from 17 schools, kicks off tomorrow to promote the use of the Galician language among youth.
  • Marín will host the 'Vila do Libro' festival from May 16 to 18, featuring literary dialogues, workshops, and live music, including a performance by Gallos del Norte.
  • The Real Academia Galega will hold a public session in Malpica on May 17, honoring cantareiras and oral poetry, with Tanxugueiras performing as part of the program.
  • Meis will celebrate the Día das Letras Galegas on May 17 with the Romaría das Letras, highlighting performances by cantareiras and pandereteiras, alongside traditional games and local crafts.
  • Sanxenxo will pay tribute to its traditional music groups on May 17 through performances and presentations, emphasizing the contributions of local pandereteiras.