SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELLA, October 5, 2023 : The swinging Botafumeiro dispensing clouds of incense in Santiago de Compostela Basilica, during the Pilgri

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SANTIAGO DE COMPOSTELLA, October 5, 2023 : The swinging Botafumeiro dispensing clouds of incense in Santiago de Compostela Basilica, during the Pilgrim's Mass and other solemn dates. This ritual has been taking place since at least the 12th century.

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Location: Santiago de Compostela, Spain
Photo credit: © Pierre-Jean DURIEU / Alamy / Afripics
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