Rare archive footage from 1974 has been released, showing the Santa Creu Fairs and Festivals in Figueres, Girona. The film offers a look at the city's customs from the mid-1970s, including the Drawing and Painting Fair, band parades, and fairground rides.
The images were captured by Pablo García Cortés, known as Pablito. They belong to the Pablo García Cortés, Pablito Collection, held by INSPAI at the Girona Provincial Council, according to L'Empordà.
A Look Back at Figueres' Past
The footage provides a unique opportunity to see how the annual celebrations have evolved over five decades. Viewers can observe the fashion, vehicles, and general atmosphere of Figueres during that period. The film highlights community engagement in cultural events and local traditions.
This release follows a growing interest in historical documentation of Catalan towns. Such archives help preserve the memory of local life and offer valuable insights for current residents and historians alike. Future releases from the INSPAI collection could further enrich understanding of the region's past.
