The region of Catalonia, and Barcelonain particular, have a very rich historical, cultural and popular past that makes it unique.
In this section will discover the most significant historical traditions of Catalonia as well as the various festival and celebrations that characterize this region.
Catalan traditions
La Sardana, Catalunia’s National Dance
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The National Dance of Catalonia is popularly known as La Sardana.
The ball de bastons Barcelona
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El ball de bastons, litterally the wooden stick dance, started originally in the Middle Age.
The Parade of Giants in Barcelona
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No festival or celebration is held in Catalonia without Gegants i capgrossos, the parade of the Giants.
Festivals
Catalonia’s National Day
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Catalonia's National Day is celebrated on September 11th and takes place all over the city but mostly in the Gothic Quarter of Barcelona, the hearth of the …
Sant Jordi’s Day
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The Catalan Valentine’s Day Sant Jordi (Saint George) is the patron of Catalonia, whose festival is celebrated on April 23.