U.S., Oct. 19 -- Barcelona turned violent and was no fun for tourists on Friday threatened by more than 1/2 million protesters in the city. 50 flights at Barcelona's main airport were canceled and local transport ran reduced services.
The 5th day of violent protests counted for 207 police officers injured since Monday, with 107 police vehicles damaged and 800 bins burned. 128 rioters were arrested and are facing 6 years in prison.
Closed for visitors was the Basilica de la Sagrada Familia in Barcelona. Also known as the Sagrada Familia, is a large unfinished Roman Catholic minor basilica in Barcelona, Catalonia. Designed by Catalan architect Antoni Gaudi (1852-1926), his work on the building is part of a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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