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Posts with category Madrid Cultura
Madrid for the nostalgic: Conde Duque and Madrid Rock
Cities change and evolve, and sometimes it is difficult to rediscover the splendour of former venues that have become a legacy for the nostalgic.
We recently heard the news that the Conde Duque cinemas in Chamberí are closing. This is sad news for all lovers of the seventh art and for those who shunned modern cinemas, Read full article
Malasaña, more than just a neighborhood
The 2nd of May, as well as being Madrid’s regional holiday, is also the name of the legendary square in the Malasaña neighbourhood (Plaza del Dos de Mayo) with many bars, a street market and vintage shops. The square is the heart of this neighbourhood well known for La Movida Madrileña and for the clubs and pubs that have been around ever since, Read full article
The Collegiate Church of San Isidro, one of Madrid’s great heritage sites
Semana Santa (Easter) in Spain is famous all over the world. This religious period, although it is also celebrated in other European countries, is one of the most popular events among visitors in Spain, because of the good weather and the processions.
Places such as Seville, Malaga, Toledo and Zamora attract a multitude of people who want to enjoy a unique and genuine way of experiencing Semana Santa. Read full article
Frida Kalho in Madrid until February 2023
Art is changing. The way it is conceived, and the way in which the public or audience relates to it. The interaction that takes place on social media every day is now being transferred to other stages. The audience is no longer a simple spectator, it has become an active participant.
That was pretty much the idea behind the immersive Van Gogh exhibition presented a few years ago in Madrid, Read full article
Atocha station to be named after Almudena Grandes
According to a statement by the Minister of Transport and Mobility, Raquel Sánchez, at the beginning of the month, Madrid’s most famous train station, Atocha, will now have a second name: Almudena Grandes.
With this gesture, the government wants to pay tribute to this writer who died too young at the age of 61 from cancer, Read full article