Memories - La Mercè Barcelona

I have been twice in Barcelona during La Mercè week, the last time a year ago.
It was a month after the sad terrorist attack at La Rambla. I was a bit afraid
and thought even of cancelling my trip. But the city was nice and friendly,
saw only a couple of referendum manifestations.
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The whole City of Barcelona is celebrating again the coming long weekend

- September 21st - 24th their patron saint Nuestra Señora de La Merced.

There are tens of free activities, performances and concerts allover the city.

Last year I saw the procession of Correfoc that circulated through Via Laietana.

In the Correfoc people dressed as devils light fireworks - fixed on devil’s pitchforks.

Dancing to the sound of a rhythmic drum group, they set off their fireworks
among crowds of spectators.

I could not get closer than this, because at the same time I participated in a

Carlos Luiz Zafòn tour on the routes of La Sombra del Viento /  The Shadow of the Wind.

And another day I happened to see this fun parade of Giants - Gegants.

I was on a very narrow street and people started to gather there - and soon

the parade was approaching with these unbelievable figures and music.
These giant fantasy figures could be also admired in an exhibition.

The previous time I admired the truly skilful Castellers - human towers.

And was so lucky that a señor living in Barcelona explained me all the time what was happening.

On top of the pyramid there was a very young kid, maybe five years old
 - and I was so afraid  but no accident happened fortunately.

Photo: Daily Mail - See the link for more fantastic photos!

This autumn no LIVE Barcelona for me, but I’m lucky to have my memories!

My previous post about the parade of Giants
Under the tag barcelona I have published many posts: about Gaudí, Miró etc.

I believe that the hotels are fully booked by now
but in case, here some links to La Mercè 2018 if you are interested:

one / two / three / four

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