In Barcelona we celebrate the Night of Saint John welcoming the summer solstice. It’s the shortest night of the year and it is surrounded by magic, symbols and legends. Three elements define this ancestral celebration. Fire is the purifying element that liberates us from bad luck. To this end, during the Night of Saint John, old furniture is heaped together to form bonfires and fireworks can be seen all over the city – an incomparable spectacle of light and sound. The second element is water, which is said to offer healing powers on this night. The custom is to take a bath in the sea and so Barcelona’s beaches witness thousands taking part in this ritual and formulating their special wishes. Herbs are the third magical element of the Night of Saint John. It is believed
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Next June 3rd will see the reopening to the public of the terrace Brisa del Mar, a unique and exclusive space in front of Barcelona’s old harbor. Situated on the top floor of the Hotel Duquesa de Cardona, on the historical Passeig Colom in front of the Moll de la Fusta, it offers spectacular views of Barcelona’ seaside – from the Hotel Arts to the Maremagnum and World Trade Center by way of the Barceloneta.
The space has a relaxed design with teak floors, aromatic plants and comfortable, Italian chairs. The subdued ocean-blue lighting and candles in all corners create a chic and elegant atmosphere, which make the Brisa del Mar a choice meeting point for Barcelona’s bohemian and cultural set as well as clients looking for sophistication.
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