Each December, Barcelonans flock to the big open air Christmas market in the plaza near the main cathedral to stock up on festive holiday decor. Dozens of stalls offer every conceivable size, shape and style of Nativity figurines, including the notorious caganers described in a previous post, and the cagatios (shown above) that, when beaten with sticks, discharge their sweet effluent of Christmas treats. Buyers jostle in the crowded aisles and the air is pungent with fragrant fir boughs, wreaths, and living Christmas trees. Jeweled ornaments, battery-powered climbing Santas, and handmade crafts round out the selections, making this market an irresistible draw during the holiday season. View the slideshow below for more images from the market.
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