Placa Sant Jaume in Barcelona is about to Light the Star

 The Beyoncé of Christmas Lights is Here!
Get ready, Barcelona, because the iconic Plaça Sant Jaume is about to shine brighter than ever with its newest star attraction!

Meet “Origin”: a jaw-dropping, 20-point, 9-meter-wide Christmas star that’s set to light up the square starting 29 November. This isn’t just a decoration; it’s a masterpiece designed by artist Xevi Bayona and digital creator Àlex Posada. Symbolizing harmony and the Big Bang’s transformation of darkness into light, this celestial giant is here to dazzle your holidays!

Quick Stats for Star Nerds:

Size: 10.6 meters wide.
Weight: 2.5 tons (yep, it’s massive).
Lights: LEDs for an eco-friendly sparkle!
Evenings = Magic
When the sun sets, the star isn’t just a sight—it’s a whole experience!
From 6:30 pm to 10 pm daily, enjoy an immersive audiovisual show complete with an original soundtrack. Want to hear it? Use the QR code on-site to sync the magic to your phone and headphones for a high-quality vibe!

Stay till January!
This beauty will grace the square until 5 January, so grab your friends, family, and cameras to make your holiday memories truly star-studded!

Barcelona is pulling out all the stops this Christmas, and Plaça Sant Jaume is the place to be. Don’t miss it!

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