The Catalan kingdom was formed in the 8th century, the union of the Spanish emirate ruled by the earl of Barcelona Wifred the Hairy.In 987, Catalan broke away from Spain due to the conflict, but nominally it was still a county of this country.Since then, Catalan has always struggled to gain full independence from Spain.
Catalan people have a culture that is different from Spanish culture, from cuisine, costumes to traditional festivals.They even have a separate language called Catalan.(Photos: Wikipedia.)
According to the Spanish constitution, the Catalan region has high autonomy, has its own government, the right to develop infrastructure, manage the education and health sectors . In addition, this land is also Have your own flag called Senyera and own song.(Photo: Afrikaner Way.)
Catalan has the most prosperous and prosperous economy in Spain.Thanks to the development of tourism and the high level of industrialization, this land contributes up to 20% of Spain's economic income even though its population accounts for only 16%.(Photo: Catalonia Trade & Investment.)
Since 1919, the Barcelona team has always publicly supported Catalan's independence.For Catalans, the team is considered a symbol of strength as well as a will to gain independence.The Catalan politicians always liken this team to an army not armed with their homeland.(Photo: PixelsTalk.Net.)
Catalan Country is home to eccentric artists.The most famous of which is painter Salvador Dalí, the most influential artist in the 20th century with the surreal style and architect Antoni Gaudí famous for its unique works, recognized by UNESCO as a legacy. gender.(Photo: Hotel Lloret Ramblas.)
Arrive in Catalan Tarragona, on special occasions you will see the Castells tower building competition.This traditional competition dates from the 18th century, held every 2 years and has been recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of mankind.(Photo: Imgur.)
April 23 is considered the most romantic day of the year in Catalan and is called St. Jordi's day (La Diada de Sant Jordi).In this day, men will give women roses and women to give men the books.Therefore, this day is also considered the day of roses, books and love.(Photo: Hotel Vistabella.)
Sardana is a traditional Catalan dance, often appearing in famous festivals, participants will form large circles.(Photo: Flickr.)
In 2010, the Catalan government once issued a ban on bullfighting - a sport that is considered a symbol of Spain.But in 2015, Spanish authorities intervened to cancel the ban.
El Caganer, a statue of a farmer with a red hat in the traditional Catalonia, taking off his pants and sitting in a toilet position, is a Christmas celebrity in Catalan, not an old man. Noel.People here believe that El Caganer will bring good luck in the new year.(Photo: daniel julià lundgren / Flickr.)