The fauna of Catalonia (Spain) is largely composed of a combination of a minority of endemic animals of the region and a majority of animals that are also present in other places. Most of Catalonia enjoys a Mediterranean climate (except mountain regions)…

Catalonia (Spain) has a temperate Mediterranean climate, typical of its latitudes in the northern hemisphere. However, given its varied topography, there is a variety of climatic features. Average annual temperatures range from 0 ° C in the Pyrenees to 17…

Tramontane: the climate in Figueres The fundamental characteristic of Figueres (Catalonia, Spain, Girona province) is the tramontane, a cold, dry north wind that blows during all seasons, in winter it is capable to condition everyday life due to the effect…

There are four main administrative levels in Catalonia (Spain): Provinces, Comarques, Municipalities, Vegueries. The division into municipalities and provinces was organized after the territorial division of Spain in 1833, with variations in the form of mergers…

The institutional norm that establishes the political organization of Catalonia (Spain) is the 2006 Statute of Autonomy. In accordance with what the Statute establishes, the self-government of Catalonia is politically organized in the Generalitat de Catalunya…

The economy of Catalonia (Spain), despite a certain lack of natural resources, is one of the richest in Europe. Catalonia is a member of The 4 Motors for Europe. 4 Motors for Europe (4ME) is an association for interregional cooperation between the territories…

Каталонское искусство развивалось параллельно общеевропейской линии истории культуры, следуя в той или иной степени различным тенденциям, появлявшимся в искусстве Западной Европы. Искусство изначально было одним из основных средств, через которое человек…

Catalan cuisine is part of Mediterranean cuisine and its typical example. Most often references are made to the food of Catalonia (Spain) and Northern Catalonia (France), and occasionally Andorra but some contemporary authors like Josep Pla, Jaume Fàbrega…

The popular festivals in Catalonia (Spain) and Catalan Countries are the set of traditional festivals that are celebrated in the Catalan-speaking territories. The main elements shared by the traditional festivals will be described below. Fire is the most…

Tourism in Catalonia is one of the most important sectors of the Catalan economy. It is the main tourist destination in Spain and one of the most important in Europe. One of the main destinations is the metropolitan area of Barcelona. Catalonia is one of…

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Following the controversial termination of the doomed game Flappy Bird, a familiar face has brought new life to this aborted project. Flappy Doge is the phoenix that has risen from the ashes that Dong Nguyen, anxiety-prone game designer, left behind when…

Flappy Doge is an online video game that simulates the gameplay of the now-defunct Flappy Bird, a popular albeit simple mobile phone game, with the

Castilla–La Mancha, or Castile-La Mancha, is an autonomous community of Spain. Comprising the provinces of Albacete, Ciudad Real, Cuenca, Guadalajara and Toledo, it was created in 1982. The government headquarters are in Toledo. It is bordered by Castile…

In November 2015 the Pyrenean Fire Festivals of Sant Joan was officially included in UNESCO’s List of Intangible Cultural Heritage. 23rd & 24th June: The Eve and Festival of Sant Joan is held on the Summer Solstice when the sun reaches its zenith. (Interestingly…