Introduction

Catalan Culture has contributed important figures to almost all manifestations of culture - arts and humanities - as well as to scientific research.

The geographical location of Catalonia and the territories in which the Catalan language and culture are based, made it a gateway for the entry to this area of new trends in European art and currents of thought.  Barcelona, as an important capital city, has played a significant role in supporting Catalan culture and science both within and beyond the borders of Catalonia.