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CATALONIA AND BARCELONA: GATEWAYS TO COMMUNICATION WITH EUROPE
Geographically, Catalonia is a small country but it has a long and often little-known history. From the Pyrenees to the Mediterranean coast the variety of its landscapes has long been celebrated, and it offers infinite possibilities to travellers. Its cities conceal many surprises; its towns, hidden corners and traditions evoke times which have long passed but are still alive.
Catalonia's geographical position as a gateway for communication with the centre of Europe, has defined its clearly pro-European vocation, which is reflected in its decidedly positive attitude to the European Union.
Ours is a country with a population of six million, with more than a thousand years of history and a language and culture which help to form its unique personality. In their time 1992's Olympic Games symbolised an outstanding moment in a period of intense development. The celebration of the Fòrum Universal de les Cultures in 2004 represented another historic milestone for the city.
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"I think Barcelona is an interesting, sophisticated, cosmopolitan and highly civilised city."
Woody Allen in 2005 during the celebration of 25th anniversary of the Prince of Asturias Awards Ceremony
"I feel at home in Barcelona."
Albert Einstein in 1923 on a visit to Barcelona