The Gypsy Pilgrimage to Saintes-Maries-de-la-Mer, in the Camargue region of France, takes place every year on May 24th and 25th, attracting thousands of Roma, Sinti and Manouche from all over Europe to pay homage to their patron saint, Saint Sarah, known as "Sara the Black". The highlight of the celebrations is the procession on May 24th, when the statue of the saint is carried into the sea amid songs, Gypsy music, white horses and traditional costumes. The statue of Saint Sarah is kept in the crypt of the town's church. During the festivities, it is adorned with numerous colourful cloaks and carried in procession all the way to the sea for a purification ritual, accompanied on horseback by the gardians — the traditional cowboys of the Camargue. The town comes alive with the sounds of flamenco music, violins and accordions. The Roma celebrate with dancing, singing and reunions with their communities, often having their children baptised in the church. It is a unique event that blends deep religious devotion with a joyful celebration of nomadic culture, attracting thousands of visitors from around the world.