Every year on the 12th of December more than six million people come together at the Basilica of Guadalupe to celebrate the day of their patron saint.

This is considered the most important religious festival in Mexico. And on this day the entire country will express the strong pride that they have in their patronage, their history and their traditions.

The traditional parades will begin the day before, and people from all ends of the country will arrive to see them, coming by car, bus, bike or even on foot. Some people even travel over hundreds of miles to see their "Virgen Morenita."

On the night of December 11th some of the country's most popular singers will come together at the altar to sing Las Mañanitas, a Mexican song that is usually sung on birthdays.

Dance groups will perform in front of the shrine all day long, and the spectactors will participate in masses and processions, singing, dancing and making offerings to the saint.

The Day of Our Lady of Guadalupe is a celebration full of joy and thanksgiving, and is a wonderful opportunity to immerse yourself in Mexican culture.

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Discover this year's latest models in the sailing world at the Salon Nautique International de Paris, one of the most important sailing exhibitions in France and Europe.

More than 271,000 spectators are expected to attend the event, which will feature more than 1200 exhibitors and 1400 brands, all representing around 25 countries.

The annual show has expanded this year to accommodate new exhibitors, leaders in the sectors of motorboating, fishing and diving.

There will be many stands with something for every visitor, including sailing boats, motorboats, equipment, surfing, children's activities and much more. Each themed stand will present a list of exhibitors, as well as the best attractions, special events and conferences related to each theme.

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Estrella Damm Primavera Club 2007 is one of the biggest and greatest music festivals of the winter, scheduled to take place from December 3-8 at the Apolo and the Parc del Fòrum Auditorium in Barcelona.

Electronic music is the main genre at this festival, and the talent featured will be a mix of emerging artists and cult legends at both national and international level.

This year's programme will feature the following artists; Ainara LeGardon, Her Only Presence, Parts & Labor, Albaialeix, Jet Lag, The Ponys, Bishop Allen, John Vanderslice, The Right Ons, Bracken, Joseph Arthur , ruizpantaleón, Castanets , Kode9 & The Spaceape , Sanjosex, Crystal Castles, Lagartija Nick, Schwarz, Deerhunter , Le Jonathan Reilly, Stars Of The Lid, Earth, Liars, Thurston Moore, El Guincho, The New Pornographers, Von Südenfed , The Ettes, Nisei, Fanfarlo and No Age.

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