Barcelona, Spain: Center of Catalan Pride

Published: Dec. 4, 2013, 3 p.m.

b"Cosmopolitan Barcelona is the vibrant capital of Catalunya, the proud and distinct region tucked in the NW corner of Spain. Franco's oppressive fascism is long gone and regional creative and independent spirit is on a roll. Locals speak Catalan \\u2014 not Spanish \\u2014 and dance the sardana, not flamenco. Visca (Long live) Catalunya! For more information on the Rick Steves' Europe TV series \\u2014 including episode descriptions, scripts, participating stations, travel information on destinations and more \\u2014 visit www.ricksteves.com."