Las Fallas is a public holiday celebrated in Valencia, Spain from March 15-19 each year. The festival has been celebrated since 1934 and features large figures made of materials like cardboard and wood called "ninots." During Las Fallas, firecracker displays called "Mascletás" begin on March 1st and a procession called "La Ofrenda" takes place on March 17th-18th where people carry flower branches to honor the Virgin Mary, who is depicted by a 14 meter tall statue.

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2. It’s a public holiday celebrated from 15th to 19th of March every year in Valencia (Spain).Las Fallas is celebrated since 1934. Valencia Ninot the 1934

3. Las Fallas are figures made of cardboard, paper and wood; they are called “ ninots ” Wood Cardboard

4. From the 1st March they light “Mascletás”. It is a show of firecrackers and fireworks.

5. On 17th and 18th March they celebrate “La Ofrenda”. On 17th start “La ofrenda in the honour Of “La Virgen de los Desamparados”, patroness of Valencia. In “La Ofrenda” the persons carry flower branches. The “ Virgin” is 14 metres tall.