Sandcastles on Barceloneta Beach

Even in winter, the beaches of Barceloneta are not empty - there is almost no strong wind here.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

On this day before Christmas, the audience walked by the water or sat on the sand, contemplating the waves and enjoying the sea air.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

The most active try to conquer the waves, gliding on them on surfboards.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

And someone builds amazing structures out of sand.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

Castles are quite similar to real ones, with many small architectural details and decorations.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

Sculptures of people and animals are also carefully executed.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

The work is painstaking, requires caution and patience.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

I don't know if the builders of the sand towers earn any substantial income from tourists ' alms, but they treat their work with love and imagination.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

It's amazing how complex, stable shapes can be created from loose material.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

At the same time, sculptors manage only with water and a simple tool. Of course, there is a small trick - a binder is added to the water.

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach

Unfortunately, masterpieces are short-lived...We'll have to start all over again in the morning. Or maybe that's the whole joy of creating something new every day?

Sandcastles on Barceloneta beach