Reflecting the divergent views in Catalonia, a small anti-independence rally was held Saturday in central Barcelona, with participants waving Spanish flags and chanting, “Catalonia is Spain.” ...

The protestors wore the red-and-yellow-striped Catalan flag as capes, and banners that say “Sí” (for a “Yes” vote) hung over nearby balconies. “At this moment, the people need change ...

In Barcelona, the capital of the Catalonia region, the streets were full of tourists and life seemed to go on as usual, with the addition of Catalan flags everywhere.

GIRONA, Spain -- As in towns across this wealthy northeastern region, the maze-like cobblestone streets of Girona's medieval quarter are fluttering with flags in favor of Catalonia's independence.

But in Boulder, the Catalan flag was rolled out in the name of independence. Catalonia a region distinctive with its own language, history and economy now proclaiming separation from Spain.