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Španski arhitekta Antonije Gaudi na putu je da postane svetac zbog svojih „herojskih vrlina“ / Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí is on track to become a saint for his “heroic virtues”
blown cultural phenomenon. Wheth- er you’re a die-hard Indie fan, a lover of global beats, or just eager to expe- rience unforgettable vibes, Primave- ra promises a genre-spanning line-up that’ll get your soul dancing. Prima- vera is a passport to youth culture, street food havens, beachside af- ter-parties and spontaneous urban adventures. Created in 2001 at the heart of Barcelona, this iconic festival has grown to become one of Europe’s most influential music events. SONAR FESTIVAL 12 nd –14 th June This isn’t just another music festival – it’s a cultural experience and a show- case of great sound that confirms Barcelona’s reputation as a leading Eu- ropean destination for music festivals. This is quite simply an internation- ally acclaimed festival that’s dedicat- ed to music and new media art. Sónar thrives at the heart of the city, utilis- ing two distinct locations to showcase its diverse programme. SANT JOAN FIESTA 23 rd –24 th June Catalunya places a great deal of em- phasis on the Summer Solstice – the shortest night of the year and the of- ficial start of summer, which is cele- brated by the Feast of Sant Joan. If you are in Barcelona during this peri- od, there’s no way you’ll overlook this holiday – with fires in the streets and the constant crack of fireworks mak- ing sure of that! One of the most im- portant feast days for Catalans, it is celebrated throughout the city. There
GAUDI’S BIRTHDAY 25 th June
are said to be three symbols of Sant Joan: fire, water and herbs. Fire sym- bolises purity, which is why fires are lit. Water symbolises healing, which is why some people bathe in the sea during this night. Herbs sym- bolise remedy, with some claiming that their healing properties are en- hanced a hundredfold on the night of Sant Joan, which is why they are of- ten picked on this very night. If you don’t have a private party to attend, it is most common for people to head to Barceloneta Beach for the Feast of Sant Joan...
When visiting Barcelona, you should be sure to celebrate the birthday of Anto- ni Gaudí – the visionary architect whose innovative designs have left an indelible mark on the world of architecture. Seven of his works built in or near Barcelona, including the Sagrada Familia and Park Guell, are recognised as UNESCO World Heritage sites. Gaudí’s creative and de- sign legacy continues to inspire and in- fluence artists and architects worldwide. There’s no need for further explanation. Just go and see his glorious work...
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