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Igualada Cemetery

Igualada Cemetery or New Cemetery is a cemetery in Igualada, near Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain, designed by the architects Enric Miralles and Carme Pinós after winning an architectural competition in 1984. Constructed between 1985 and 1994 as a replacement for the Old Cemetery, the cemetery became widely regarded as one of the most poetic works of twentieth century Catalan architecture. Enric Miralles, who died in the year 2000 is buried in one of the tombs.

Located at 41.5919, 1.63722 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Cemeteries in Catalonia, Buildings and structures completed in 1994, Enric Miralles buildings, Igualada

Igualada Leather Museum

The Igualada Leather Museum (Catalan: Museu de la Pell d'Igualada), located in Igualada, Catalonia, was created in 1954 and was the first leather museum in Spain, and the third one in Europe. The collections are displayed in two nearby buildings in Igualada: the "Cal Boyer" building, a former cotton textile factory from the late 19th century, and the "Cal Granotes" building, an 18th-century tannery.

Located at 41.5772, 1.61358 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Leathermaking, Leather, Decorative arts museums in Spain, Fashion museums, Steam museums, Museums in Catalonia, Igualada, Museums established in 1954, Tanneries, 1954 establishments in Spain, Industry museums in Catalonia

European Balloon Festival

The European Balloon Festival is the largest hot air balloon festival in Spain and one of the largest in Europe. It takes place every year during the first fortnight of July in Igualada, Catalonia, Spain, a city located within 60 km from Barcelona. The festival lasts four days (Thursday to Sunday) and attracts thousands of spectators. It includes a hot air balloon competition and recreational exhibitions such as a night glow and fireworks.

Located at 41.5845, 1.63086 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Hot air balloon festivals, Igualada, Festivals in Catalonia, Festivals in Spain, Recurring events established in 1997

Ultramagic

Ultramagic is a manufacturer of hot air balloons, based at the Igualada-Òdena airfield, province of Barcelona, Catalonia. It is the only manufacturer of hot air balloons in Spain, and the second largest in the world. The company produces from 80 to 120 balloons per year, with 80% of them exported to Europe, North America, South America, Africa and Japan. The company can produce massive balloons, such as the N-500 that accommodates up to 27 persons in the basket.

Located at 41.5873, 1.65281 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Balloon manufacturers, Ballooning, Aircraft manufacturers of Spain, Companies based in Catalonia, Igualada, Companies established in 1978

Aerosport (air show)

Aerosport is an airshow that takes place at the Igualada-Òdena aerodrome every year since 1993. It is the only Spanish airshow fully dedicated to corporate and sport aircraft. The show includes displays, demonstrations and flights of ultralight aircraft, autogyros, gliders, acrobatic aircraft, paramotors, helicopters, amateur aircraft, aeronautical accessories, flight training schools, clubs and a secondhand market.

Located at 41.5877, 1.65151 (Lat. / Lng.), about 1 miles away.
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Trade fairs in Spain, Air shows, Aviation in Spain, Igualada, Recurring events established in 1993

Basilica of Santa Maria, Igualada

The Basilica of Santa Maria is the main temple and the most important historical building of Igualada, province of Barcelona, Catalonia, Spain. Santa Maria church origin is from the 11th century, but the current building is mainly from the 17th century.

Located at 41.5786, 1.6184 (Lat. / Lng.), about 2 miles away.
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Igualada, Churches in Catalonia, Basilica churches in Spain