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Catalonia (/ ˌkætəˈloʊniə /; Catalan: Catalunya [kətəˈluɲə] ⓘ; Spanish: Cataluña [kataˈluɲa] ⓘ; Occitan: Catalonha [kataˈluɲa] [9]) is an autonomous community of Spain, designated as a nationality by its Statute of Autonomy. [d][11] Most of its territory (except the Val d'Aran) is situated on the northeast of the Iberian Peninsula, to the south ...
May 4, 2024 · Fiercely proud of its unique history, heritage and culture, the autonomous community of Catalonia occupies the northeast corner of Spain. While most holidaymakers head straight to its capital Barcelona or the Costa Brava’s relaxing beach resorts, the rest of the region is equally rewarding to travel.
Oct 11, 2024 · Catalonia, autonomous community and historic region of Spain. It is bordered by France and Andorra to the north, the Mediterranean Sea to the east, the autonomous community of Valencia to the south, and the autonomous community of Aragon to the west.
With its own language and unique local customs, Catalonia feels distinct from the rest of Spain, and, beyond Barcelona, its four provinces unveil an astounding wealth of natural splendour. Pyrenean peaks loom above meadows and glittering lakes, plains are pock-marked with volcanic cones, rocky coves border sandy beaches and wind-blown capes ...
Catalonia (Catalan: Catalunya, Spanish: Cataluña, Occitan: Catalonha) is an autonomous community in the east of Spain. Roman ruins stand as a testament to Catalonia's long history, and the Mediterranean beaches and spectacular mountains draw visitors from around the world.
Catalonia, also known as Catalunya (or Cataluna in Castilian Spanish) is at the north-eastern tip of Spain. Its capital, Barcelona is a vibrant city with superb museums and art galleries, many examples of the architecture of Antoni Gaudi, attractive shopping boulevards and a lively night life.
In Catalonia you will find so many interesting cultural landmarks you won’t know where to begin: unique buildings in Barcelona (known as “the capital of Modernism”) such as the Sagrada Familia Cathedral or the Palau de la Música Catalana Auditorium, the outstanding archaeological site at Tarraco, the monastery of Poblet in Tarragona, the churche...
Aug 21, 2023 · Proud of its own identity and language, Catalonia is one of Spain's richest and most highly industrialised regions, and also one of the most independent-minded.
After the unification of Spain (1469), Catalonia lost its centrality in Spanish affairs, and by the 17th century its conflict of interest with Castile-León led to the first of a series of separatist movements. Catalan nationalism became a serious force after 1876.
Catalonia (Catalan: Catalunya; Spanish: Cataluña: Occitan: Catalonha) is a Spanish autonomous community. It is south of the eastern Pyrenees, and has a northern border with France. Catalonia is made up of four provinces: Barcelona, Tarragona, Girona (Spanish: Gerona) and Lleida (Spanish: Lérida). It has a population of over seven million people.
