Erasmus+ Scholarships
Erasmus+ 2021–2027 for students: who can apply, grant amounts, study periods and traineeships abroad, Erasmus Mundus Joint Masters and contacts in Spain.
Blog: living and studying in Spain · page 13
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- Madrid 87
- Tourism in Spain 35
- Toledo 35
- Studying in Spain 13
- Spanish Culture 10
- History of Spain 3
- Famous Spaniards 1
Spain Education System
How education in Spain is organised in 2026: school stages and ages, bachillerato, vocational training, university entrance and degree structure.
Prepare for the cultural adjustment of living in Spain
How to prepare for the cultural adjustment of studying in Spain: languages, the daily timetable, health rules and support after arrival.
Selecting a University, School or Program in Spain
How to choose a university, school or programme in Spain: degree structure, official status, admission for international students and questions to ask.
Medieval Fairs in Spain
Four medieval fairs and re-enactments in Spain: Teruel in February, Hospital de Órbigo in June, Sepúlveda in July and Consuegra in August.
The Fifth World Meeting of Families in Valencia, Spain
The Fifth World Meeting of Families in Valencia in 2006: what the event is, what happened during the papal visit, and the places to visit today.
The Madrid train bombings of 11 March 2004: what is known today
The Madrid train bombings of 11 March 2004: what happened, what the courts established, where the convicted are now and how the city remembers.
Ciudad Encantada (“The Enchanted City”), Cuenca
Ciudad Encantada near Cuenca: how the limestone figures formed, the 3 km marked route, ticket prices, visiting time and how to get there in 2026.
The Royal Palace of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid: history, the rooms on the visit, and 2026 opening hours, ticket prices, student discounts and free entry times.
The Prado Museum, Madrid
The Prado Museum in Madrid: history, the collection of Velázquez, Goya and Bosch, the buildings, and 2026 opening hours, prices, free hours and metro.
The Most Celebrated Castles in Spain
Five castles in Spain to visit: the Alcázar of Seville, Loarre, the Alcázar of Segovia, Cardona and the Alcázar of Toledo, with 2026 hours and prices.
El Escorial, the Perpetual Home for the Catholic Crown of Spain
The Royal Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial near Madrid: history, basilica, pantheons and library, with 2026 opening hours, prices and transport.