The Gate of the Catalan Countries (), a work of the sculptor Emili Armengol, marks the Northern starting location of the Catalan Countries in Salses, Pyrénées-Orientales (this part of France belongs to what is also called Catalunya Nord, English: Northern Catalonia).

After more than 20 years since the beginning of the project (often stopped, and even sometimes forbidden), it was finally inaugurated on September 28, 2003, being visible from the highway. Its conception and execution was in charge of the Union for the Catalan Region.

Gate of the Catalan Countries

The aerial view of the monument reminds a sickle, in reference to Els Segadors anthem.

Gate of the Catalan Countries

External links

Official association page for the Gate of the Catalan Countries

2003 sculptures

Buildings and structures in Pyrénées-Orientales

Gate

Northern Catalonia

Outdoor sculptures in France

Tourist attractions in Pyrénées-Orientales

Gate of the Catalan Countries