The shirt is an important element. It is the distinctive symbol between the different teams. It prevents scratches on the body of the "Casteller", absorbs sweat and is also a good place to hang if it is needed. Besides it protects the direct contact with skin, for example, with the feet of another "Casteller".
"La faixa" besides it is a traditional clothe, it is essential for castellers' activity. It is an elongated piece of fabric, like a scarf, that castellers place in the lower back to protect their back from injury. Besides, the "Faixa" allows castellers to climb up to have a foothhold where to put the foot as they rise.
In this photo you can see a "Casteller" with his own shirt and his white trousers putting on the "faixa":
The "espardenyes" are a kind of sandals typical from catalonia made by hand.
Red and White Shawl usually put on the head. In next photos you can see different places to put the shawl:
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