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Barcelona’s Santa Madrona Festival: A Living Tradition

Celebrating Culture, Community, and History in El Raval

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Barcelona’s Santa Madrona Festival
Barcelona’s Santa Madrona Festival

Barcelona has no shortage of vibrant celebrations, but the 14th Popular Culture Festival for Santa Madrona in El Raval stands out as a true testament to the city's deep-rooted traditions. What began as a casual stop to see the spectacle quickly turned into an immersive experience as I found myself swept up in the energy…

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