AKIPRESS.COM - Protesters are blocking major roads in Catalonia and there is little public transport because of a general strike, BBC reported.
Catalan trade unions called the strike to show public anger at Spanish police violence that marred the region's independence referendum on Sunday.
At least 24 protesters' roadblocks were reported across Catalonia, causing big traffic jams. Barcelona port was at a standstill, union sources said.
However, the city's El Prat airport and its taxis are operating normally.
Many small businesses across Catalonia have shut for the day. Schools, universities and medical services are also closed or operating at a minimum level.
The strike was called in protest at "the grave violation of rights and freedoms" seen during Sunday's ballot. Almost 900 people were hurt as Spanish police tried to prevent voting, in a referendum declared illegal by the Madrid government.