2024-12-21
The Christmas season in Catalonia and Barcelona is a fascinating mix of age-old traditions and enchanting light decorations. Whether you stroll through the Christmas markets, admire the illuminated modernist buildings or enjoy the unique Christmas delicacies, the Christmas atmosphere in Catalonia is sure to leave you with warm memories. Read all about it and immerse yourself in the magic of Catalonia and Barcelona during the Christmas holidays.
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2024-12-15
At Christmas, many old villages in Catalonia turn into a 'pessebre vivents' or living nativity scenes, depicting the biblical story of the birth of Jesus.
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2024-10-08
Every two years, on the first Sunday of October, Tarragona becomes the scene of a spectacular and unique event: the Concurs de Castells. This festival of competitions of human towers, known as “castells,” brings together teams from all over Catalonia to demonstrate their strength, balance and teamwork in a tradition that has been an important part of Catalan culture for centuries.
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2024-08-20
Catalonië staat bekend om zijn rijke cultuur en unieke tradities. Een van de meest spectaculaire en iconische tradities is de correfoc, wat letterlijk “vuurloop” betekent, die zowel locals als toeristen betovert.
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2024-07-31
In Catalonia, the Festa Major is one of the most vibrant and beloved cultural events. Held in honor of the local patron saint, these village or town festivals are a deeply rooted part of Catalonia’s cultural heritage. The Festa Major combines tradition, folklore and modern fun in a unique celebration that strengthens community spirit and invites visitors to discover authentic Catalan culture.
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2024-05-15
Every year in May, the city of Girona transforms into a colourful floral paradise during the flower festival Temps de Flors. This event attracts visitors from all over the world and is a unique opportunity to see Girona at its best.
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2024-03-23
The 23rd of April is one of the most important days in Catalan culture. Every year on this day, Catalonia is colored red with roses and the Catalan version of Valentine's Day is celebrated. Sant Jordi, or Saint George, is a unique holiday full of romance, literature and age-old traditions. Discover how this special day is celebrated.
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2024-03-22
The peach orchards near Lleida are already in full bloom in March with beautiful pink colors. It provides spectacular images every year and you can enjoy a nice hike through the fields. Just over an hour drive from Torre Nova.
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2024-02-11
Jaarlijks vind er in februari een groot dorpsfeest plaats in het dorpje Montmaneu: het Festa de Caldera, ofwel het feest van de stoofpot. Op het gezellige dorpsplein wordt een hele rij grote stoofpotten neergezet en wordt er voor het hele dorp en iedereen die het leuk vindt gekookt en samen gegeten.
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2024-01-17
Every year around January 17th in many Catalan villages and cities, the Catalan tradition of "Tres Tombs" takes place.
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2023-10-27
Catalonia's fresh markets are a paradise for those who crave authentic flavors and a glimpse into local life. Vist the charming ´Mercats´in our region, where each market is a treasure of local delights waiting to be discovered. Indulge in creamy artisanal cheeses, sample exquisite olive oils, and treat yourself to mouthwatering tapas. A unique opportunity to connect with the heart and soul of Catalonia!
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2023-10-25
As amateur enthusiastics we shoot & edit all our Torre Nova videos ourselves. Check out our latest video of the Monastery of Poblet.
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2023-10-22
The famous Pont del Diable in Tarragona was built in the 1st century. As we dive into the history of this remarkable structure, we discover a story of Roman engineering prowess and the legend that surrounds it.
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2023-10-11
A concert in the spectacular Palau de la Musica in Barcelona is unforgettable. Pitingo is the only Andalusian gypsy singer capable of uniting an unprecedented multicultural mix: Soulería, a mestizo and transatlantic musical message, which fuses the feeling of flamenco with the intensity of soul, gospel and Latin music.
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2023-10-08
Every year we visit the ´Cavatast´, that takes place every first weekend of October in Sant Sadurni d´Anoia, the capital of Cava. An annual meeting point where cava lovers can stroll with a glass in their hand, enjoy the different cavas, gastronomy and live music. A sensational enotourism experience!
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2023-09-09
The beautiful Pedralbes monastery in Barcelona´s Sarrià neighborhood, was founded by Queen Elisenda de Montcada in 1327. Following the spiritual currents of the time, the new monastery was inhabited from the beginning by Poor Clare nuns, the female branch of the Order of Saint Francis, who resided there practically uninterruptedly until 1983.
The building constitutes one of the best examples of Catalan Gothic, both for the church and for the three-story cloister, one of the most spacious and harmonious of this style.
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2023-08-31
For the first time in 25 years the spectacular Palau Maricel in Sitges opened it´s roof terrace for a full moon diner. A special ´blue moon´ as it was the second super moon in august. Beautiful place, great dinner, nice jazz music and best possible company.
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2023-08-20
Sunday August 20, 2023 was FC Barcelona's first home match in the Liga 2023-2024 against Cádiz. Also, for the first time Barça played In the Olympic stadium on Mont Juïc, because their own Camp Nou stadium is being drastically renovated until November 2024. It took some getting used to, but we were all there again and a good outcome with a 2-0 win.
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2023-08-13
Due to the persistent drought in Spain, unfortunately, the famous fountain 'Font Mágica' in Barcelona is dry this summer. In normal years, as day transformed into night, the enchanting waters dance to symphonies of light and music, painting a breathtaking spectacle you will never forget. Hopefully to be seen live again soon, but for now enjoy the fountain in this video to the music of 'Barcelona' by Montserrat Caballé and Freddy Mercury.
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2023-02-05
A Sunday in Sitges is really a 'sun' day. A beautiful day to visit a palace just like in fairy tales: elegant outside and spectacular inside, boasting terraces with undulating rooftops and a cloister with panoramic views of the Mediterranean Sea. And the Catalan name couldn't be any prettier either: Palau de Maricel.
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