Traditions and memory
Barcelona’s popular culture Open in a new window
Giants, human castles (castellers), craft markets, fairs... Check out the calendar of the most deeply rooted popular and traditional acts, learn about the manifestations of popular culture and search the entities involved.
Memory programmes Open in a new window
Discover the memory programmes that are aimed at preserving, conveying, publishing and ensuring the use of the ethical and political heritage made up from the past in all its forms and manifestations.
Democratic memory map Open in a new window
An interactive map showing important sites for Barcelona’s democratic memory which feature signs in public spaces explaining episodes linked to the struggle for freedom and equality.
Festa Majors Open in a new window
Find out about the wide range of festa majors taking place in Barcelona’s districts and neighbourhoods and enjoy them.
El Born Centre de Cultura i Memòria Open in a new window
Housed in the former Born Market building, this centre encourages and promotes reflection on local and national memory as well as global events, through encounters, debates and areas dedicated to learning and exhibitions.
‘Barcelona Metròpolis’ Open in a new window
This magazine provides a voice for reflection and debate on the challenges of the global city and urban transformations which affect the lives of local people.
Charming corners Open in a new window
Many of Barcelona's neighbourhoods still preserve the spirit of the past in squares, cloisters and passages. Discover the city’s main charming spots.
Urban landscape Open in a new window
Find out about the various themed routes, guided tours and proposed trips available for exploring the wealth and diversity of Barcelona’s urban landscape.
La Barceloneta’s graphic memories Open in a new window
The Communal Photographic Collection is a collaborative local residents’ project, to reconstruct the neighbourhood’s graphic on a website. The project represents a window to la Barceloneta’s memory and history.