Saint George's Day, in Catalan "La Diada de Sant Jordi", is on 23rd of April. It is a big celebration in Catalonia. La Diada de Sant Jordi, also called as "El Día de la Rosa" and "El Dia del Llibre", is celebrated in Barcelona every year 23rd of April. It's known as the day […]
Traditions & Fiestas
Easter in Barcelona
During the Easter period from 9th to 17th of April Barcelona has its own traditions and events. Easter traditions Las Monas de Pascua This is the main tradition of Easter in Catalonia, and these days the Monas can be found all over Spain. However, the tradition is celebrated same way everywhere. The godparent […]
Easter 2017 Dates and Opening Hours in Barcelona
“Semana Santa”, in English called Holy Week, is celebrated from 9th to 17th of April. Palm Sunday The Easter week begins on Sunday 9th of April, also called as Palm Sunday. In Spanish is called “Domingo de Ramos”. The first Easter parade in Barcelona, known as “El Paso de la Borriquita”, takes […]
Christmas Food and Restaurants in Barcelona
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 […]