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An introduction to Catalan Castells<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Els Castells<\/em> \u2013 a Catalan word that means castles \u2013 are a cultural tradition particular to Catalonia. The human towers are formed by Castellers<\/em> standing on the shoulders of one another in a succession of stages (between six and ten). Each town has it’s own team and are dressed in their own colors. Both visually stunning and seemingly rather dangerous, a meeting of various towns is an exciting occasion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

How a Castell is formed<\/h2>\n\n\n
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Catalan Castells<\/figcaption><\/figure><\/div>\n\n\n

There are three definite parts to a castle: La pinya<\/em> (base) is a bunch of strong, big castellers<\/em> with the arms locked together in a taut circle. They support their teammates as they create level upon level with progressively fewer and lighter people to form el tronc<\/em> (trunk) which is the central part of the castle made up of some two to five human layers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The uppermost levels of the tower are known as El pom de de dalt<\/em>, and comprise young children. The Anxaneta<\/em> is the tiniest (and bravest!) child that climbs all the way to the very top. Supported by only two people, he or she raises a hand with four fingers to symbolize the Catalan flag.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The cultural importance of Castells<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

As well as having cultural and symbolic importance for the people of Catalonia, the Castells<\/em> are considered a demonstration of sporting prowess.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The Castell<\/em> season runs from April to November, with teams performing regularly at Festa Majors, national celebrations and Catalan competitions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Read more about Castellers and Catalan Castells here<\/a>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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