Christmas period is time for enjoying plentiful meals with family and friends. The most important dinner is eaten on 26th of December. Traditional Catalan Christmas dishes Escudella i Carn d’olla and Galets This is a traditional soup made during the Christmas period. It is often eaten as a starter. Escudella i Carn d’Olla is made […]
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Christmas Lights and Trees in Barcelona
The Christmas lights in Barcelona are called “Els llums de Nadal” in Catalan. They are turned on every year by the mayor of the city. The main Christmas lights There are Christmas lights in almost 400 locations around Barcelona, and they will be turned on from late November until beginning of January. […]
Christmas Traditions in Barcelona
Catalan Christmas starts officially 8th of December, when the households put the Christmas decorations on place. The traditions are based on spending time with family and friends, good food, and Catalonian specialties. Three Kings Parade “Día de los Reyes Magos” is celebrated 5th of January and it’s the biggest Christmas celebration in all over […]
Christmas Music and Culture in Barcelona
Christmas period in Barcelona offers concerts and performances for everyones' taste. Christmas concerts in Palau de la Música Catalana In December Palau de la Música Catalana is offering different kind of concerts almost every day. Handel’s Messiah On 15th of December Les Arts Florissants and conductor William Christie are performing the famous […]