Spanish Civil War tour in English around Barcelona visiting some of the key sites in the city between 1936-1939. The tour covers themes such as Anarchism, George Orwell, the realities of daily life and bombing. A different way at looking at the city.

iberianature.com/barcelona/history-of-barcelona/spanish-civil-war-tour-in-barcelona/

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Having been to Barcelona several times I am always fascinated about the underlying culture. It was only after visiting again that I realised I did not get the most from my visit UNTIL I knew more about the "country" and the people. The "country" is Catalunya and Barcelona is, of course, the capital.

I have found this Brief History of Catalunya from journalist Simon Harris which is a good starting point and gives a good "flavor" of the place.

www.barcelonaflats.co.uk/history-of-catalunya

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In the middle of Barcelona Cathedral, stands the chorus. This construction was built in the 16th-century, on the orders of Carlos I of Spain, master of the order of the golden Fleece to meet with his fellow knights. Among which were 40 kings and dukes of Europe. The coat of arms of them all are engraved on the wooden chairs and nowadays are objects of study for chivalry scholars.

When the knights finally met, Carlos gave a phrase to history: "I would rather be Count of Barcelona than Emperor of Germany".

Barcelona Cathedral, Plaça Nova

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