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 Catalonia - According to a legend widely accepted by the Catalonian people, in the 9th century while in battle, blood from the wounds of Wilfredo I was smeared onto his shield, forming four vertical lines: the four red stripes featured on the senyera, or flag of the Autonomous Community of Catalonia. Thus was born the symbol of identity of Catalonia, an outward-looking, Mediterranean region with its own culture and language (Catalan). Of friendly nature, Catalonians are extroverted yet discreet.

A land of contrasts, the Catalonian community is of a varied relief which endows it with differentiated landscapes: deep valleys, remote mountain villages, large capital cities, snow-capped peaks, spacious beaches and even tiny coves that may be reached only from the sea. As a result, the visitor finds himself in the enviable position of being able to enjoy highly different scenes within easy distance of one another.

Barcelona, Spain is without doubt one of Europe’s most exciting cities. Barcelona is a place of extraordinary architectural dazzle, achieved by what has been called both Catalan Art Nouveau and Modernisme, by architects Gaudi, Domenech i Montaner and Puig Cadafalch. Monumental sculptures by local masters like Joan Miró adorn public spaces and museums house extraordinary treasures ranging from works of the ancient Romans to those of Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Barcelona city is further enhanced by brightly coloured outdoor markets, a magnificent Mediterranean port where yachts sway peacefully, and a plentiful array of stylish restaurants. Needless to say, the nightlife is splendid.

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