Cap Gros at Santa Llúcia Christmas Fair

Cap gros in English means "big head," and they are very typical in all of Catalonia. This cap gros in particular was spitting out candy  as he swiveled with a marching band behind him. Kids and adults alike picked up the candy he escupeix (spitted).

On a different note, I took lots of pictures today. I can't describe the feeling of being free from having to read articles or write summaries for my Master's program. It was a  strange sensation to be out of the house and walk around Barcelona free as a bird at the Santa Llúcia Christmas Fair.

Bon Nadal!

                                          

Fira de Santa Llúcia

Getting to the Christmas market in Barcelona is one of my favorite places to visit in December to officially begin the Nadal season. The fira is located in front of the Catdral de Santa Eualia with ample strolling space, unlike a few years ago when it was organized along the narrow side streets of the cathedral.

You'll find crafts, artisans, and Christmas tree vendors ready to give you a fair price, making it a great place to look for gifts, nativity scene pieces, mistletoe or anything having to do with Christmas. The Gothic cathedral is a picturesque backdrop during the holiday season in beautiful Barcelona. Bones festes!