![]() And let’s not forget the capgrossos, smaller sculpture representations that also dance merrily along to celebrate each town’s biggest festival. These are the great sculptures representing the city's patrons brought to life, who hit the streets to dance with the inhabitants. No less showy are the Giants, or as they are known in Catalonia, Els Gegants. In the Correfocs, els diables the devils, take to the streets armed with firecrackers and rockets, accompanied by a thumping batukada for a raucous street party. These are two major acts which are not to be missed. These are typical celebrations, especially in summer, where each town dresses up to celebrate its most popular festival, inevitably featuring the Correfocs and the Cercavila de Gegants. You can’t attempt to get an in-depth knowledge of Catalan culture without taking part in its Festes Majors. However, there is also plenty of room to party and celebrate and, in many parts of the great metropolis, in particular the Citadel Park, people attend concerts, poetry readings and other cultural activities. The celebration takes on special importance in the Catalan capital, which is filled with floral offerings. On September 11, the main cities in the region honour the fall of the local army before the Bourbon troops in 1714. La Diada is, perhaps, the most important festival in Barcelona and indeed in Catalonia. ![]() Catalan national day (La diada de Cataluña) In this post, we introduce you to the five top traditional Catalan festivals, which you should not miss for anything on earth. ![]() In Catalonia, there are celebrations taking place on a regular basis, practically every month of the year. Mind you, you don't have to worry too much. To ensure an outstanding experience, you have to make sure your visit coincides with some of the typical celebrations or festivities in the region to get a real insight into traditional Catalonia.
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