Many historical events influenced the history of Spain and Catalonia but also customs and tradition always played an important role.
Among the most typical ones are La Sardana (National dance of Catalonia) and Els Castells or Human Castles.
Many of these traditions symbolize specific festivities, that commemorate important moments in thr history of Spain.
In Catalan popular festivals you will often be able to see the Giant's Parades, one of the most important tradition of Catalonia. Discover more about Catalan traditions, their history and what they mean for Catalan people.
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.