Catalonia

Catalonia is an autonomous community in northeastern Spain, known for its distinct culture, language, and history. It is one of the country’s 17 autonomous communities and has its own parliament and president. The region’s capital is Barcelona, which is also its largest city. Catalonia has a rich cultural heritage, including its own language, Catalan, which is co-official with Spanish. The region is notable for its unique traditions, festivals, and cuisine. Politically, Catalonia has a strong independence movement, with some residents advocating for secession from Spain to become an independent republic.