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Spain's tiny 'Scotland village' where local football team wears St Mirren kit

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Scotland's influence is felt all over the world, with millions of people across the globe celebrating their Scots heritage.One place you might not expect to find some traditional Scottish flair, however, is the foothills of the Spanish Pyrenees.

It may sound strange, but the tiny village of Borgonya sports Scottish street names and a even nod to St Mirren.As reported by the Scottish Daily Express, Borgonya is the perfect hidden gem for anyone looking for a Scottish connection while travelling in Europe this summer.

The quaint village lies along the River Ter in Catalonia, around 55 miles north of Barcelona.Formerly a textile colony, Paisley-based company J&P Coats Ltd set up shop in Borgonya in 1893.

The company sent off Scottish employees to train locals, who developed the village according to Scottish and British ideas — with terraced and detached houses with flourishing gardens designed to provide a familiar touch.Unsurprisingly, roads in Borgonya were also assigned Scots names such as Paisley and Escotia.

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