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Bestiari Historic de Barcelona The “Bestiari Historic de Barcelona” (bestiary of Barcelona) is a collection of stories or legends based on real and imaginary animals figures and an important part of Barcelona and Catalunya cultural tradition. Papier-mâché figures of these creatures are the stars of processions at Barcelona festivals especially during big events like the Santa Eulalia and la Mercè Festival. Each creature has a legend and store created over time linked to biblical scenes and the lives of Saints. The dragons and the imaginary animal “la tarasca” represent the devil. The ox and the mule are part of the birth of Christ. The lion and the eagle represent Saint Mark and Saint John and the mules are linked to Saint Anthony. In Catalunya these figures can be documented as far back as the 6th century. L’Àliga – the eagle La Mulassa – the mule El Bou – the ox La Víbria - the female dragon El Drac – the dragon La Tarasca – fantasy creature Els Cavallets Cotoners – the cotton horses More about Bestiari Historic de Barcelona More about Catalan traditions Pictures of Gegants - giants Pictures of Castellers - human tower builders Pictures of Barcelona top sights |
Last Updated on Saturday, 29 March 2014 20:08 |
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