The legendary Tarlà hangs from a pole on the Ramblas throughout springtime in Girona. Originally made out of sawdust, with a wooden head, today dressed as a jester, the tradition of this puppet dates back to the middle ages.
Traders from all over Catalonia and local retailers gather for this multi-sector fair. Crafts, retail products, market produce, art… different themed areas are set up within the Market on the Street Fair.
A stunningly beautiful drive or a pretty steep cycle ride.
Where to pick up your P-O Life mag….
Cycle the region with Leigh and Merry Foster as they travel from Palau del Vidre to Villeneuve de la Raho
Walk with lunch. Take a picturesque drive amidst stunning scenery, to the watchtower of Batère, ancient lookout tower, whose sweeping 360 degree view must be one of the best in the P-O.
Suzanne Dunaway LOVES to cook. Some might say she LIVES to cook. Having cooked, written and painted around the world, here she shares her PO-inspired recipes in this weekly blog.
P-O reader, Peter Spencer, has unearthed the story behind the monument in Céret, commemorating artists that have been drawn to the area and have links to Céret and the P-O. Part 1.
Just when we think that summer is on its way!
A useful site to help with understanding French rules and regulations