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My home will always be your home…
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My home will always be your home…

…if it can be somebody’s home. This beautiful line from a song by Jaume Sisa regularly inspires me to remember

11 March, 2019 No Comments
Catalonia vs Spain
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Catalonia vs Spain

Is there really a difference between Catalonia vs Spain? What’s all the fuss about? Why does Catalonia want independence from

18 January, 2019 No Comments
Trade, decentralised governance and democracy: the ancient Greek legacy
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Trade, decentralised governance and democracy: the ancient Greek legacy

There are two major geo-historical factors which shaped the development of the Catalan mindset, specifically its European outlook and its

8 May, 2018 No Comments
Architecture in constant evolution
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Architecture in constant evolution

From the industrial revolution to today’s thriving start-up scene, Catalonia has long been a hotbed of innovation, science and new technologies. Nowhere

13 April, 2018 No Comments
Traders and adventurers – the American venture
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Traders and adventurers – the American venture

Catalans are increasingly uncomfortable with the Statue of Columbus, which has been an emblem of the city of Barcelona for

20 March, 2018 No Comments
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What is Catalonia… is a non-profit website set up in March 2018 by people passionate about answering all your questions about wonderful Catalonia. If your question hasn’t been answered yet, keep checking for new content or contact us!

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Where is Catalonia?
Catalonia is located between the Pyrenees mountain range and Mediterranean Sea. Bordering with France to the north...Read more
Why does Catalonia want independence?
How long have you got? This is clearly a complex issue and one that has a thousand years of answers...Read more
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Catalonia is full of amazing destinations, both well-known and hidden gems. We are running a mini-survey to find out what Catalans think are the most iconic or emblematic and representative of their country.
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