At home, September 11th is the day we remember the terrorist attacks that occurred in 2001. However in Catalunya, it's the Dia Nacional de Catalunya. Today, they celebrated their...defeat in 1714. I find that very odd, but it is what it is. Today, they had political demonstrations (because many want independence from Spain) and concerts and such, as well as castellers!
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| Note the small child scurrying up to the top. |
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| After getting to the top, he unfurled the flag of Catalunya. |
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| This tower was built to give floral offerings. |
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| Another tower! This one's taller. |
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| He dropped it! |
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| I'd never seen this game before. You use this odd tool to try to get the ball in the basket. |
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| A few days ago, it occurred to me that I haven't been taking pictures of all my food, like I usually do when I travel or whatever. So I started. This is the pizza I ate today, at a place nearby the university. A and I agree that we are not returning. Service was terrible. Croquettes were good though. |
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| My host mom made nuggets del pollo. |
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| Escalibada |
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| Filete de panga |
Here's to the people who lost their loved ones nine years ago.
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