<![CDATA[Ara Balears in English - bells]]> 10 <![CDATA[Vertical]]> They won't even ask for whom the bells toll, because they haven't tolled for the dead in this town for a long time. The heat clings to us under our black clothes. The sun rises indifferent. My glasses fog up with sweat and tears. I don't know how to say goodbye to her this morning. There are people who do not only die once. My father has his face covered in a harsh sorrow, which does not spill from his eyes. I don't want to enter the room with the coffin. I don't know how to look at death from so close. My aunt cries for all these heavy years, she cries for her childhood, she cries, she cries, the deep cry that says goodbye to a mother.

]]> <![CDATA[Palma is preparing to celebrate San Sebastián with music, fire and the sound of the bells of the Cathedral.]]>

Palma will experience one of the most emblematic moments of the San Sebastián festivities this Monday, January 19th. The city's patron saint's day celebration will once again fill the streets with music, fire, and a festive atmosphere. Among the most symbolic events of this year's celebrations is the ringing of the bells of Mallorca Cathedral at 7:00 PM to honor San Sebastián, reviving an ancient tradition that was resumed a few years ago at the request of the San Sebastián Works Association. The ringing of the bells, which will complement the popular events taking place throughout the city, aims to reinforce the solemn and identity-defining character of the festival, connecting the present-day San Sebastián with Palma's historical roots. With concerts, bonfires, and community gatherings, the city is preparing for a celebration marked by citizen participation and the revival of traditions that are part of Palma's festive heritage.

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