Interesting facts about Catalan are demanding independence

Checking out the facts that are not known about Catalan, the land is becoming the focus of international attention with the independence from Spain.

1. Long history . Catalan or Catalonia was formed in the 8th century, is the union of the eastern emirate of Spain.In 987, Catalan broke up, although nominally it was still a Spanish district.In the following centuries, Catalan always struggled for full independence from Spain.(Photo: BBC).

2. Own culture.Catalan people use a separate language is Catalan.They also have a culture that is distinct from Spanish culture, represented by traditional costumes, culinary backgrounds and festivals.(Photo: Wikipedia).

3. High level of autonomy. According to the Spanish and Catalan constitution, there is a separate government that has full control over the fields of education, health, infrastructure development . This land also has its own flag called Senyera .(Photo: Afrikaner Way).

4. A prosperous economy.Catalan is the richest region in Spain with very high levels of industrialization and tourism.This area accounts for only 16% of the population but contributes up to 20% of Spain's economic income.(Photo: Catalonia Trade & Investment).

5. Barcelona team.Barcelona team is considered a symbol of strength as well as the will of Catalan independence.The main Catalan government does not hesitate to compare this team as an army not armed with their own homeland.(Photo: PixelsTalk.Net).

6. Homeland of eccentric artists.Painter Salvador Dalí and architect Antoni Gaudí are two children of Catalan.While Dali is the most influential painting of the 20th century with a surreal style, Gaudi is famous for its unique works, recognized by UNESCO as a world heritage.(Photo: Hotel Lloret Ramblas).

7. The tower building competition.Building a human tower called Castells is a tradition of Catalan and Spanish people.This activity dates back to the 18th century and was recognized by UNESCO as an intangible cultural heritage of humanity.(Photo: Imgur).

8. Saint Jordi's Day.April 23 in Catalan is called St. Jordi's day (La Diada de Sant Jordi).On this day, men will give women roses, while women give men books.

9. Sardana dance.Sardana is a traditional Catalan dance.The characteristic of this dance is that participants will form big circles.(Photo: Flickr).

10. Ban bullfighting.In 2010, the Catalan government once issued a ban on bullfighting - a sport that is considered a symbol of Spain.The Spanish government soon intervened to cancel the ban.