Barcelona balconies in Sarrià, Sant Gervasi and El Putxet have been flying Vatican flags in recent days, as residents prepare for a possible visit by Pope Leo XIV.
The flags can be seen on homes across several streets in these neighbourhoods, according to local reports. The displays point to a public show of support ahead of the pontiff’s expected arrival, although no official confirmation of a visit has been made.
The activity is centred in Barcelona, with the neighbourhoods of Sarrià, Sant Gervasi and El Putxet among the areas where the flags have been spotted. It reflects a local response to the prospect of a papal visit and a visible sign of religious observance in the city.
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