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La Desperta wakes Valencia up for Fallas - which is probably the craziest festival in the world. More info on Fallas and Valencia: holavalencia.net

The bar is so small that you might have trouble believing that any sort of show could possibly take place -- let alone a full performance with dancing. But the small stage, closely packed tables and the smoky, crowded atmosphere lend the performance a wonderful intimacy. More info: holavalencia.net

Vicente’s story dates from the 4th century, when he was tortured to death by an imperial anti-Christian campaign. He was since martyred, and has become one of Valencia’s main historical heroes. His arm has been recovered and is preserved in the city Cathedral. This morbid little icon will be paraded around the city in its urn, as part of the public holiday. More info: holavalencia.net/2009/01/21/festival-of-san-vicente-martir/

It’s a common phenomenon — huge post-holiday discounts meant to help stores clear out their old stock. But, this being Spain, the sales reach the point of insanity. 50% off is standard, and a large number of stores make cuts of up to 70%. The crazy sales encourage a lot of Spaniards to go into debt during the month of January, which makes financial sense, if you can resist shopping during the rest of the year. More info: holavalencia.net

The biblical Three Wise Men, Caspar, Melchior and Balthasar arrive today onto the shores of Malvarrosa, at 5pm. More info: holavalencia.net/2009/01/05/arrival-of-the-three-kings-of-the-orient/