Rose and Book, a tradition in Catalonia

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3553 x 2369 px | 30.1 x 20.1 cm | 11.8 x 7.9 inches | 300dpi

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24 April 2010

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Rose and Book, a tradition in Catalonia during the Book's day, April 23th

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