The origins of flamenco music and dance can be traced back to Andalucía where it was performed by Romani people in the 18th century. As the art form gained popularity flamenco venues were established in Madrid and many top artists started to perform in these tablaos. By the late 19th …
With summer in full swing there are all kinds of festivals in Spain in June in Spain ranging from the fiery Hogueras de San Juan in Alicante to the bizarre baby jumping festival in Castrillo de Murcia. Music enthusiasts are in for a treat at the Granada International Festival of …
May is an exciting month to visit Spain as it marks the arrival of spring and the start of a vibrant festival season. Some of the most popular festivals in Spain in May include the Jerez Horse Fair and the Córdoba Patios Festival which are two of the highlights of …
Having just flown into Madrid Airport’s Terminal 4 from Bangkok via Doha I realised that I wasn’t as knowledgeable about the terminals and transportation options as I used to be. So I’ve completely revised this page and provided all the information you’ll need to make your way through Madrid-Barajas Airport. …
Lying 90km north-west of Madrid, Segovia is the epitome of Old Castile. Although only a small town, Segovia has a remarkable number of outstanding architectural monuments, most notable is its 800m long Roman aqueduct which has stood here for around 2000 years without any mortar to support it. Other main …
Toledo was the former capital of medieval Spain until 1560 and to this day remains one of the country’s greatest cities where the Jewish, Moorish and Christian cultures once lived together in relative harmony. The 70km journey from Madrid to Toledo is well served by public transport as well as …
Where is El Escorial? The Royal Palace of El Escorial lies 45km north-west of Madrid and is one of Spain’s most famous sights. Day trips from Madrid to El Escorial are on of the most popular excursions from the capital city. Felipe II ordered the construction of the palace to …
The Primavera Sound Music Festival is a popular annual music festival has been held in Barcelona since 2001. The festival typically takes place in late May or early June, and features a diverse lineup of international and local musicians and bands, performing a range of musical styles including indie, rock, …
In 1897 a group of students and lecturers from the Institución Libre de Enseñanza, including several graduates from both Cambridge and Oxford, organised themselves into a football team which played matches on Sunday mornings. Over the coming years a number of other teams emerged and in 1902 Madrid Football Club …