The monuments of Tarragona are lit up in orange for National Epilepsy Day

Tarragona has turned orange. This is the image that can be seen today, May 24, at various emblematic points in the city.

The Town Hall, the Torre dels Vents, and the Espai Jove Kesse will be illuminated with this color to commemorate National Epilepsy Day, as confirmed by the Tarragona City Council.

The meaning of the action

National Epilepsy Day

May 24 is a date marked to raise awareness of epilepsy, a neurological disease that affects thousands of people in Spain and throughout Catalonia. The orange lighting serves to focus attention on this condition, often unknown or misunderstood.

Orange as a symbol

Orange is the internationally chosen color to represent epilepsy and the fight for a better quality of life for those affected. It is not just a light that shines, but a silent cry calling for attention and support.

The illuminated emblematic points

Town Hall

The Town Hall, the nerve center of local administration, has become one of the main settings for this visual action. Its illumination makes the institutional commitment to the cause tangible.

Torre dels Vents and Espai Jove Kesse

These other two points, located in strategic areas of Tarragona, will also shine in orange. Espai Jove Kesse is especially significant for its connection with youth and the community.

Repercussions and social awareness

Visibility and awareness

These types of initiatives usually generate an increase in social perception about epilepsy, breaking stigmas and promoting support for affected individuals.

Collaboration between institutions and society

The illumination of monuments is yet another example of how local institutions can act together with entities and citizens to bring relevant public health issues to the forefront.

If you’ve ever wondered why some buildings are lit in specific colors, here’s the answer: it’s the city speaking, even if only with lights.

Source of the article: Tarragona City Council