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Processional of giants and dragons are characteristic for ...

Spain and Portugal

75

Austria and Germany

164

Belgium and France

337

Sweden and Norway

211

Processional giants and dragons are a set of folkloric manifestations in Belgium and France, Inherited from medieval rites. The Giant is one of the symbols of the region Nord-Pas-de-Calais. Present at regional festivals and events, he represents the northern community.

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