Barcelona's annual Sant Jordi celebration will feature an unprecedented number of professional book and rose stalls this year, spanning 3.7 kilometres across the city. This occurs despite the temporary absence of La Rambla due to ongoing renovation works.
Sant Jordi Expands Across Barcelona
The event will host 425 professional stalls. These comprise 364 dedicated to books, with 257 offering author signings, and 61 selling roses. Additionally, over 100 stalls will operate directly outside local bookshops. Patrici Tixis, President of the Catalan Book Chamber, and Èric del Arco, President of the Catalan Booksellers' Guild, confirmed the expansion. "Sant Jordi will have more stalls than ever, more space than ever," Tixis stated.
La Rambla Stalls Relocated
A significant change for this year involves relocating stalls traditionally found on La Rambla, a central artery in Barcelona's Ciutat Vella district. These stalls will now occupy new areas including Portal de l'Àngel, Plaça Nova, Plaça de la Catedral, and Via Laietana, a major thoroughfare undergoing its own urban regeneration. This adjustment accommodates the ongoing urban development works on La Rambla, which officials expect to conclude before next year's Sant Jordi festivities. The city will also maintain book and rose stalls in a dozen locations across seven districts. Notably, sections along Passeig de Sant Joan and Passeig de Lluís Companys will see expansion. These are two popular avenues in the Eixample and Sant Martí districts respectively.
Celebrating Catalan Culture
Sant Jordi, celebrated annually on 23 April, is a cherished Catalan tradition. People exchange books and roses, symbolising love and culture. This makes it a key date for residents and tourists alike. Residents and visitors can anticipate a vibrant celebration across these expanded zones. This ensures the spirit of Sant Jordi thrives even with the temporary relocation of its iconic Rambla presence.
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Originally published by Europa Press Barcelona. Read original article.
