Gégants are enormous painted figures, several metres tall, constructed on a wooden framework with heads made from paper maché and plaster of paris – a tradition which goes back to the Middle Ages, depicting religious figures in parades.
From Exile to Resistance: Guerrilla Paths Between France and Franco’s Spain
The Easter Omelette, or ‘Omelette Pascale is more than just a recipe in Catalonia – it’s a whole tradition!
Taking place on or around 23rd April each year, the festival of Sant Jordi celebrates the Patron saint of Catalonia, French equivalent of St George.
Goigs dels ous: an ancient Catalan tradition
From War to Sanctuary: How Spain’s Masterpieces Fled Franco During La Retirada
This late winter, early spring Catalan tradition can leave you in a fine old mess
Three Kings in Perpignan
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These pooey Catalan traditions may shed some light on the popular Catalan saying
“menja bé, caga fort i no tinguis por a la mort!” (Eat well, poo strong and don’t be afraid of death!)