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Anglesola Distributes 10,000 Charity Bread Rolls in Highly Attended Event

The tradition, dating back to the 13th century, saw increased participation this year as the celebration fell on a Sunday.

Generic image of charity bread rolls on a wooden table.
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Generic image of charity bread rolls on a wooden table.

The town of Anglesola yesterday celebrated the traditional distribution of charity bread rolls, blessed with the relic of the Holy Cross, a practice that has been maintained since the 13th century.

In this edition, a total of 10,000 bread rolls were distributed among hundreds of people, made with 450 kilograms of flour. The attendance was notably higher than in previous years, as the celebration coincided with a Sunday, facilitating greater participation from residents and visitors.
According to tradition, each person receives four bread rolls, while pregnant women are given a double portion. Popular belief attributes to these rolls the ability to protect homes from hailstorms and other adverse weather conditions if hung indoors.
The circular-shaped bread rolls, weighing between 50 and 60 grams, are made with wheat flour, water, and salt, without yeast. The distribution was managed by members of the municipal council and the nine 'prohoms' (honorary representatives) of the town.

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