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The harvesting of wine grapes is one of the initial steps for the production of wine
Catalonia is a land of wines with a lot of history and deep-rooted tradition. Do you think you know the peculiarities, characteristics and historical curiosities about Catalan wine? Discover more! Hola Barcelona takes you .
The chestnut stalls that fill the streets of Catalonia are typical during the festivities of this time / Photo: FrancescoPaggiaro via Pexels
The Castanyada and Halloween are two traditions that coexist on the eve of All Saints. Find out what plans the city has been cooking for this festive season and how to arrive there. Hola Barcelona takes you !
With autumn, traditional products and spices come and with them you can cook delicious recipes  / Photo: Azerbaijan_Stockers via Freepik
On September 23rd we welcomed autumn season and, with that, it's time for higher temperatures to leave and some other products to arrive, more suitable to the cooler temperatures. Discover which are the traditional products that can't be missed during this time of the year and some recipes to cook them!
The good weather in Barcelona allows people to enjoy a good aperitif on Sundays / Photo: SplitShire via Pexels
Barcelona is a city with a great diversity of traditions. One of them, and of great relevance, is vermouth: a drink known internationally but with a special tradition in the city. Discover its history and the best areas to enjoy it, Hola Barcelona takes you !
La Boqueria Market is one of the favorite markets for tourists
The markets are a reflection of the evolution of the time and society. Discover the five best known with Hola Barcelona !
The castellers is a typical activity of Catalan popular culture
Two of the most well-known festivities in the city are back: the Festa Major de Gràcia and the Festa de Sants. Discover all its features and how to get there. The tradition of summers in Barcelona is to jump back and forth and rest for a few days before La Mercè, Barcelona's main festival arrives. Hola Barcelona takes you !
Sant Sebastià beach with the emblematic Barcelona's building in the background
Barcelona's beaches are a great attraction during the summer season and not only for those who want to swim, so take advantage of the good weather, Hola Barcelona takes you there !
DJ at Sónar Festival
Year after year, with the arrival of good weather, Barcelona is decked out to host major live music festivals and this year they will be marked by the return to normality after the pandemic.
Panoramic view of the Plaça Reial of Barcelona
Spring marks the arrival of Sant Jordi’s Day, an excellent excuse to discover (or rediscover) different literary and poetic settings in Barcelona. Walk through our city and move around with public transport feeling like a character from a novel!
Their Majesties kicking off the Barcelona Carnival / Photo: Ajuntament de Barcelona
Once again, the craziest celebration is here. After an edition marked by the Covid-19 pandemic, this year, Their Majesties will be back on the streets with an Arribo created by the Comediants theatrical company. The festival starts on Maundy Thursday, 24 February, with around thirty activities, and ends on Ash Wednesday, 2 March, with the Burial of the Sardine.