26/11/2019 · Catalonia merged with Spain in 1469, but has attempted to separate itself in modern times. Though the region endured heavy repression under the Fascist rule of Spain in the mid-20th century, it retains its own language and traditions to this day.

16/01/2018 · While Catalonia, or Cataluña, is geographically and politically part of Spain, it differs from the western Spain as a distinct region with its own unique culture and history. Their differences can be traced back to the development of regional dialects after the Romans conquered the peninsula, then to the 8th century when the Franks recaptured Barcelona from …

12/09/2020 · Catalonia was placed under direct rule from Madrid. Catalan leaders were arrested and convicted of sedition against the Spanish state. They are serving prison sentences of ten years and more.

18/10/2019 · Catalonia is one of Spain's wealthiest and most productive regions and has a distinct history dating back almost 1,000 years. Before the Spanish Civil War it enjoyed broad autonomy but that was ...

Catalonia is one of Spain’s richest and most highly industrialized parts, but it is also the most indebted. Twelve billion dollars (nine billion euros) was requested to aid Catalonia during the downturn (RT News). Although this is the largest bailout requested from any autonomous community within Spain, Catalans blame their

14/10/2019 · Catalonia is a semi-autonomous region in north-east Spain with a distinct history dating back almost 1,000 years. The wealthy region …

14/10/2019 · On Monday, Spain’s supreme court announced its verdict in the landmark trial of 12 Catalan leaders accused of rebellion, sedition and misuse of public funds over their roles in …