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La verbena de San Juan 2023: Magical night in Barcelona

La verbena de San Juan 2023: Magical night in Barcelona

On the eve of June 23rd to 24th, Barcelona celebrates one of the most anticipated nights of the year: the verbena of San Juan. Today in the blog of Hotel Arc La Rambla we tell you everything you need to know about the night of San Juan 2023, details and tips to enjoy this tradition.

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Sant Jordi 2021 in Barcelona

Sant Jordi 2021 in Barcelona

In today's blog post we explain how Sant Jordi 2021 will be in Barcelona. This year, the festival has a specific plan with specific measures to avoid crowds. When? One of the big news for this year is that Sant Jordi is coming earlier to avoid crowds: the activities...

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Sant Jordi from home: Top 3 great books set in Barcelona

Sant Jordi from home: Top 3 great books set in Barcelona

This is our list of 3 great books set in Barcelona. We have chosen 3 novels written this 21st century to enjoy a Sant Jordi from home. At the end of the post, you'll find a solidarity idea to gift a solidarity rose, don't miss it! 1. The Shadow of the Wind...

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The best Christmas markets in Barcelona

The best Christmas markets in Barcelona

Christmas markets have a long tradition in Barcelona. These markets were born to sell animals and typical food products for December's meals and celebrations, but currently in Barcelona the most traditional markets sell Christmas trees and cribs, clothes and all kinds...

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Teatre del Liceu: a building with history in La Rambla

Teatre del Liceu: a building with history in La Rambla

The Gran Teatre del Liceu is located in the middle of La Rambla, in the section known as La Rambla dels Caputxins, and is one of the most representative buildings in Barcelona. It has more than 200 years of history and is closely connected to the civil and cultural...

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La Mercè: what to do and what to see in Barcelona

La Mercè: what to do and what to see in Barcelona

La Mercè are the festivities celebrated in Barcelona from 20 to 24 September. It is a celebration in honour of the Mare de Dèu de La Mercè, one of the patron saints of Barcelona, filling the city with cultural, free musical and religious events in all the districts....

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