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In Catalonia, some towns partake in spectacular fire events—cutting down trees to create towering bonfires, while in others, fireworks illuminate the sky, signaling the start of a night filled with magic, merriment, and ancient practices. The connection between these fires and the summer solstice arises from centuries-old beliefs about the supernatural, often involving witchcraft. According to folklore, the night before St. John’s Day was believed to be a time when magic was at its peak—making it the perfect occasion for bonfires to ward off malevolent spirits.