After high school, I moved to Barcelona because that's where I started my university studies. I've been living here for three years now and I love it very much, I don't plan on moving back to Hungary for now. I think Barcelona is a wonderful city. You can get used to everything, of course, but I remind myself every day how lucky I am to be here. I deliberately looked for an apartment in a part of the city that was not a noisy district frequented by tourists, but inhabited by

You can read about Christmas traditions in another post , but there are also special holidays here that are worth mentioning in a few words. Let's start with my biggest favorite! Sant Jordi , or “Valentine’s Day” in a Catalan way, is a national holiday held on April 23 , St. George’s Day. It’s not a public holiday, but that’s what this day is all about. Saint George the Dragon Slayer is one of the patron saints of Barcelona. According to the legend, a wicked dragon lived n

Barcelona shows a special face at Christmas: streets decorated with garlands of lights , traditional markets , and unique Catalan traditions await those who visit in December. The Catalans celebrate in a very family-oriented way, but at the same time they have preserved their own, local traditions that differ from the “classic” Spanish Christmas. One of the unique traditions is related to the Caga Tio , a tree trunk with a smiling face. The piece of wood is brought in

The spirit of Catalan modernism is fully expressed in a single oeuvre: the work of Gaudí. Gaudí was not just a master of a style – he was the style itself. His unique form, deep religiousness, organic inspirations from nature, and engineering genius created an architectural language that is unparalleled in Europe and has become forever associated with Barcelona . For Gaudí, nature was his greatest teacher: he observed the growth of trees, the structure of honeycombs, the

In the late 19th and early 20th centuries, Catalonia – and Barcelona in particular – witnessed a cultural and artistic boom that radically changed the face of architecture. This movement, which became known in Catalonia as “Modernisme” , was not simply a local version of Art Nouveau, but a complex aesthetic and ideological movement. The aim of Catalan modernism was not only to beautify the built environment, but also to express Catalan national identity through archite

Banksy, one of the most enigmatic figures in contemporary art, has been a subject of public debate for decades, while his/her identity remains unknown . His art is sharply social, ironic and provocative, often reflecting on wars, consumerism, police brutality and the refugee crisis. Although his first works originally appeared on the streets of Bristol, England, Banksy has now become a global phenomenon. His style is easily recognizable: black and white stenciling, powerful

One of Barcelona's most unique contemporary artworks, the "Kiss of Freedom" wall (Catalan: El Mural del Petó , Spanish: El Mural de los Besos ), is not only spectacular, but also carries a deep message. The wall was inaugurated in 2014 in a quiet, hidden corner of the city, Plaça d'Isidre Nonell , near the cathedral. The work was conceived by Joan Fontcuberta , a Catalan photographer who wanted to draw attention to freedom and the diversity of human emotions with this artp

In the heart of Barcelona, ​​at the end of Passeig de Lluís Companys , stands one of the city's most iconic monuments, the Arc de Triomf . Although its name may suggest a military triumphal arch, this monumental structure actually served a very different purpose: it did not celebrate a military victory, but rather the triumph of art, science and progress . It was built as the main entrance to the Barcelona World Exhibition of 1888, when the city was at the centre of internati

In just a few years, Bunkers del Carmel has gone from being an unknown place in Barcelona to a party spot overrun with tourists. This blog post explores the history of the famous viewpoint, the frustrations of citizens, and the impact of mass tourism on this once quiet part of the city. What is a 'bunker'? – Historical background First of all, it is important to clarify: the Bunkers del Carmel are not real bunkers. The buildings located at the top of Turó de la Rovira are act

Barcelona is full of museums and exhibitions, but the White Rabbit offers a very special experience. This place is not a classic museum: here lights, sounds, installations and interactive games introduce the diverse world of Catalan culture to the visitor. A kind of “experience universe” where traditions meet modern technology. White Rabbit is a surreal journey into the subconscious, but also a cultural mirror that can simultaneously reflect Catalan identity, traditions and

Barcelona and Fernando Botero's relationship is not as deep-rooted as, for example, Botero's relationship with Medellín or Paris, but the city still plays an important role in how the Colombian artist was received and interpreted by European audiences. Botero did not live in Barcelona for long, but several of his pieces have appeared in the city over the years, especially in public spaces and exhibitions, creating a unique cultural connection between the city and his life's w