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When is the best time to take a holiday in Spain<\/u><\/a>? The country is beautiful all throughout the year, but if you\u2019re planning to visit Barcelona’s city centre in particular, then August is a great time to see the city. Each August, Barcelona hosts the vibrant and colourful Festa Major de Gr\u00e0cia<\/a>, promising a lively and energetic atmosphere. It\u2019s Barcelona\u2019s best street festival, and it\u2019s completely free to enjoy!\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

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What\u2019s On?<\/strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n

The first things you\u2019ll notice when you head towards the festival are the many street decorations which dominate the skies. Whether it\u2019s brightly-coloured umbrellas or bats made from recycled materials, these decorations, which are suspended in mid-air, help transform the neighbourhood into a completely different place and work to keep the festival magic alive underneath this bold and eye-catching makeshift canopy.<\/p>\n

As well as the decorations, there are also floats, parades, live music performances, and more food than you can imagine! In fact, some of the best Barcelona street food comes in the form of mouthwatering flatbreads with all sorts of tasty toppings. Spend hours strolling the streets during the daytime or nighttime during this weeklong festival and take in the ornate designs and artwork around every corner.<\/p>\n

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Where to Stay<\/strong><\/p>\n

The best location in Barcelona<\/u><\/a> to stay in during the festival is the Gr\u00e0cia district, which is where all the magic happens. Incorporated into the city as recently as the 19th century, there\u2019s still very much a strong community feel here, and the narrow, winding streets feel a world apart from the increasingly modern locations in Barcelona<\/u><\/a>. Today, there is quite a \u2018boho\u2019 atmosphere here, and it\u2019s a place that is particularly popular with young couples who are looking for great nightlife, food, bars, and a lively neighbourhood.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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