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How the humble water gun became the symbol of Barcelona's anti-tourism movement

How the humble water gun became the symbol of Barcelona's anti-tourism movement

August 7, 2025

The humble water gun — the cheap, squirt-squirt variety — has become the weapon of choice and symbol of Spain's anti-tourism protests

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