June 13 a selected pig is released into its streets, treated with special care then slaughtered on January 17. Mogarraz, Salamanca Province, Spain


On June 13, a selected pig is released into its streets, treated with special care then slaughtered on January 17th. Saint Anthony's pig is offered to the winner of a big tombola." The proceeds of this lottery go towards the church's good , Castille e Leon. Spain


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Location: Mogarraz, Castille e Leon. Spain
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