Sunday, March 25, 2012

Christmas in Barcelona

is different than in the States.  First, there is no such thing as Black Friday.  Spainards don't get up early to get the best deal and possibly get trampeled to death.  Second, the stores aren't open later during the holiday season.  Third, they don't exchange gifts on Christmas Eve/Day.

This year we were able to catch a Christmas market that closed on December 22nd.  We tried to go last year, but didn't know they closed so early in the season.



There are some lights around town, but only in the tourist/shopping areas.  Most people don't decorate their homes either. 


There was actually a skating rink set up this year in the main square.  It was in the 60's in December and it was funny to see people in winter coats ice skating.




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