Spanish village fights depopulation by becoming open-air gallery

The Catalan village of Penelles has transformed into a street art hotspot with over 150 murals to attract tourists and combat depopulation, a common issue in Spain’s interior regions. The annual Gargar Festival of Murals and Rural Art draws artists from around the world to create a colorful open-air art gallery, leading to increased tourism and interest in the village. Other towns in Spain, like Carcaboso and Villangómez, are also utilizing art projects to revitalize their communities, showcasing the power of creativity in boosting local economies and preserving cultural heritage.

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