During the 4th Century, when the Roman Emperor Diocletian ordered the persecution of Christians, some of them living in Barcelona escaped or hides. The legend states that a young 13 year old girl called Eulalia, from the district of Sarrià (Northern Barcelona), faced the the Roman militars asking for freedom and equality but she was imprisioned and punished for it, but finally died.
Since then, this girl has been to our city symbol of solidarity, justice and defence of youth engagement and together with the Mare de Déu de la Mercè is the Patron Saint of Barcelona.
During this week the celebrations are devoted to Eulalia or Laia, as we all know her. We will be informing you day by day on the several activities programed from Tuesday 12 till the weekend.
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