A party in nearby Barbalha, ostensibly in celebration of Saint Anthony. It actually has more to do with ancient pagan fertility rites.

The bottom picture is of a group of "penitents" who practice a medieval form of Catholicism--including self flagellation.

The bottom picture is of a group of "penitents" who practice a medieval form of Catholicism--including self flagellation.

They look a little like bee-keepers.