El Pilar in Zaragoza

El Pilar is an annual celebration for la Virgen del Pilar – the patron of this town. It takes place on the 12^th of October (in reality though – like most of Spanish fiestas – it starts before and finishes after the actual holiday) and it’s quite an event.

 It is organized by the local government and citizens participate eagerly, there are also loads of tourists from other parts of Spain.

Other than that, Zaragoza is a lovely town, however, after half a year in Barcelona it just cannot knock you off your feet.

 Expo 2008

Palacio de la Aljaferia

I do recommend spending one or two days in Zaragoza, for the historic monumets, for the nightlife and for the atmosphere which is totally different to that of Barcelona.