Xàtiva loves festivals! In early June we attended what I call “Borja-fest”, a tribute to two “native sons” of Xàtiva who were among the most notorious scoundrels of the time and became popes. (Calixtus III and Alexander VI). It is funny how towns and nations put on moral blinders regarding their own “notables.” (Calixtus was actually born in nearby Canals)
“http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/House_of_Borgia”

Anyway, the town filled with people dressed in the garb of late medieval and early Renaissance times. Stalls sold handicrafts, lots of food, etc. There were reenactments of various activities and even a display of raptors.

OK… we liked the food the best, and didn’t even get up from a table where we were intently eating when the “popes” happened to walk by!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

That was a BIG animal!!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

A tent full of swords, helmets etc.

 

 

And of course some soldiers to go with it.