Me trajo este recuerdo. Nivel B1

Summary

The transcript describes a neighbor's vibrant trip to Valencia during the Fallas festival. He explored the historical center, the City of Arts and Sciences, and experienced the lively atmosphere of the celebrations with marching bands, parades, and firecrackers. He tried local delicacies like paella, horchata, churros, and buñuelos, and enjoyed the traditional costumes of the 'falleros'. Despite the noise of the 'mascletá' and 'traca', he felt safe. He captured memories with photos of sculptures and flowers at the cathedral, and watched the grand bonfire ceremony at midnight. Enthusiastic about his trip, he plans to return in the future.

Takeaways

• 😀 The neighbor visited Valencia to experience the Fallas festival.
• 😀 He explored the historical center and the Cathedral of Valencia.
• 😀 He visited the City of Arts and Science and enjoyed the lively atmosphere.
• 😀 The streets were crowded with people, and he loved the marching bands.
• 😀 He followed a 'pasacalles' (parade), danced, and had a great time.
• 😀 He tried typical Valencian food, including paella and 'horchata', which he loved.
• 😀 He stayed at a friend's house near the market and enjoyed the parades of 'falleros' in traditional costumes.
• 😀 He experienced the 'mascletá', a loud fireworks display, but couldn't see it well due to the crowd.
• 😀 Despite feeling frightened by the loud firecrackers, he felt safe as there were no injuries.
• 😀 He admired the beautiful 'fallas' sculptures and took many photos around the streets.
• 😀 At midnight, the 'fallas' sculptures were burned, though one figure was pardoned each year.
• 😀 He couldn't visit the beach due to a lack of time, but he had a wonderful time and plans to return next year.

Q & A

Where did the neighbor go last year?

The neighbor went to Valencia to see the Fallas.

What places did the neighbor visit in Valencia?

The neighbor visited the historical center, the cathedral, and the City of Arts and Science.

What was the atmosphere like in Valencia during the Fallas?

The neighbor found a lot of people in the streets, enjoyed marching bands, and witnessed parades and other lively celebrations.

What traditional foods and drinks did the neighbor try in Valencia?

The neighbor ordered paella, a typical dish from Valencia, and also tried horchata, a sweet and refreshing drink.

Where did the neighbor stay during his visit?

The neighbor stayed at a friend's house, which was next to the market.

What is the 'mascletá' event, and what was the neighbor's experience?

The 'mascletá' is an event with lots of firecrackers and noise. The neighbor couldn't see it well due to the crowd but found it exciting despite the noise.

What did the neighbor think of the 'fallas' sculptures?

The neighbor enjoyed walking around and taking photos of the beautiful sculptures, particularly one that was placed in front of the Town Hall.

What did the neighbor do in the evening after seeing the 'fallas' sculptures?

In the evening, the neighbor walked around the lit-up streets and felt amazed by the vibrant atmosphere.

What kind of activities did the neighbor engage in during the Fallas celebrations?

The neighbor danced at a 'pasacalles', set off firecrackers, and visited food stalls where he wanted to try churros and buñuelos.

What happened at midnight during the Fallas celebration?

At midnight, all the 'fallas' sculptures were burnt, although one figure was spared each year, which the neighbor did not know was the pardoned one.