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Barcelona 1900. The Pearl of the Mediterranean

Mónica Boixeda Barcelonian, Only-Be

1900 is a complex fabric of cultural dimensions that converge at an intersection we call the end of the century. In a context of heterogeneity of thought a great eclectic and syncretic movement will erupt. The subject becomes a fragmented crowd. This metamorphosis of the individual is the result of a change in the environment: the oppression exercised by the walls in a rapidly growing society created a new urban fabric, the construction of a modern city. A public announcment released on June 27th, 1843 said: Bring Down the Walls!. This was the beginning of the demolition of a barrier that oppressed and stifled a city that was crying out to expand and breathe. Undoubtedly, this will mark withour a doubt a turning point in the history of Barcelona, the changing of an old town to a big industrial city. From this moment, the disappearance of the old medieval walls, the construction of the “Eixample” the 1867 (designed by Ildefonso Cerdà) and the annexation of several independent municipalities the 1897 (Gracia, Sants, Sant Martí de Provençals …) Barcelona became a art center in which urban development, industrial, commercial and artistic movement converge In a complex society, the bourgeoisie from Barcelona surpasses the binomial proletariat. The powerful families of the capital will be involved in the industrial revolution, relying on modernity and progress, to take control of the political and economic power. This enrichment is unsustainable, creating huge inequalities in the working class, soon to fight for their rights. The beautification of the city was growing, but unfortunately the social differences were also becoming more noticeable. The luxurious downtown part... read more

Abd-al Rahman and the Debod Egyptian Temple

Mónica Boixeda Madrilenian, Only-Be

In the year 750, during the Christian era, a young prince called Omeya managed to escape from the massacre of his entire family at the hands of the Abasíes, and after heading for the north of Africa, in an extraordinary journey of fleeing his persecutors, he arrived five years later at the Muslim territories of the ancient Roman Iberia – recently renamed Al-Andalus, in the beautiful Arabic language. His name was Abd-al- Rahman, and he was the grandson of the last Omeya, making him in some way the most noble of the Arabs, the last descendant of the fighters who had been companions to the Prophet himself, now that his family had been appointed into another dynasty, making a break with the past – having abandoned the splendid city of Damascus, moving from the capital of Islam to Baghdad, a formidable and brilliant new city on the banks of the Tigris. Abd-al- Rahman was also Berber, from his Mother´s side, which permitted him to campaign politically in Al-Andalus, and win the trust of both the Syrians, and the Berbers there, in order to become the new governor of the province, and be finally recognised as an emir by the abasíes – satisfied with having him duty bound to them politically – during this time, the presence and influence of the Abasi extended to the remotest China. In the lands of Al-Andalus, far from his beloved Damascus, Abd-al- Rahman devoted the best part of his life to the construction of a series of palaces, gardens, and temples (the quibla in the Cordoba mosque is not pointed towards Mecca, but is... read more

Crazy Jog in Paris

Mónica Boixeda Only-Be, Parisian

The race may be individual or team. The battle would start with warm jogging proposed by all participants with six obstacles spread across the entire course. The duration of the race may vary from 1 hour to I hour 30 minutes depending on the athletes level of racing. A test would be conducted for each set of individuals or teams. After the event there would be a massive award ceremony around 12:00. There would vibrant and lively animations for the children both before and after the event. All the contestants will have access to 7km of racing, and have to punctuate 6 obstacles with fun and original run. It´ll be a funny opportunity to run in an unusual place but a little competition is available here. In the meeting of the aftermath of Areva, the visitors can discover all the facts of superb athleticism and of the biggest stadium in France: its subways, its wings, its mythical lawns, 1.3 km road stage, 18 stairs 70 steps, etc. The site of the Stade de France will be accessible also to the non-participants who can follow and encourage the runners especially on big screens. More than 3,000 runners are expected for the 7 km run. Date: Sunday, July 10, 2011 Time: From 10am onwards. Fees: Until 30/04/2011 (€ 18.00) From 01/05 to 08/07/2011 (€ 20.00) 09 / 07/11 on the spot (€ 25.00) Address of this event : Stade de France St. Francis de Pressensé ZAC du Cornillon Nord 93200 Saint-Denis, France Tel: 0892 700 900 Register at www.crazyjog.com John So, what are you waiting for? Immediately register yourself for... read more