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Botafumeiro
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An Argentona
June 8, 2023
Mountain biking
The Botafumeiro is a huge metal container that is balanced from the heights of the transept of the cathedral by means of a system of pulleys and ropes. He has a height of approximately 1.60 meters and a weight of around 80 kilograms. When put into operation, it is filled with burning coals and a mixture of incense is added to it, creating an intensely aromatic smoke.
The purpose of the Botafumeiro is to perfume and purify the air of the cathedral during liturgical celebrations, especially in the "Pilgrim's Mass", which is celebrated daily at 12 noon.
The purpose of the Botafumeiro is to perfume and purify the air of the cathedral during liturgical celebrations, especially in the "Pilgrim's Mass", which is celebrated daily at 12 noon.
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Pieter 📚⏳🥾
December 9, 2025
Hiking
On feast days, the censer is lit and swung back and forth in the cathedral. A fascinating spectacle!
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Marie
August 2, 2026
Hiking
When a pilgrim arrives in Santiago de Compostela after a long, strenuous pilgrimage, it is a need and a must to attend the Holy Mass, and when the Botafumeiro is swung, tears flow from all the joy.
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