Christmas traditions highlighted in Seville and Barcelona

Seville has announced its Christmas decorations for the Avenida de la Constitución, featuring 35 large giraldillos. Each figure stands nine meters tall and will be equipped with powerful lighting to define the aesthetic of the area for one month.

The giraldillo is a religious icon symbolizing the Triumph of Faith and serves as a major symbol for the city. The city council's decision to use this icon follows ongoing cooperation with the Cathedral's governing body.

In Barcelona, the Fira de Santa Llúcia, Spain's oldest Christmas market, continues its long-standing tradition. Established at least since 1786, the market is located in the Gothic Quarter in front of the Barcelona Cathedral.

The market typically features over 200 stalls offering various seasonal products, maintaining its presence in the Pla de la Seu and the Cathedral Avenue throughout the holiday season.