Gibraltar: Little Territory, Lot at Stake
Gibraltar explained: its history, the positions of Spain and the United Kingdom, the 2026 EU–UK agreement and how to cross from La Línea.
Blog: living and studying in Spain · page 2
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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
Spanish Wine
A guide to Spanish wine: sherry from Jerez and its styles, the three zones and ageing labels of Rioja, Cava, and how a bodega works.
Moros y Cristianos (Moors and Christians) Festivities at Guardamar del Segura
The Moors and Christians festival of Guardamar del Segura, Alicante: when it is held, the main events, how to get there and what else to see.
A Brief History of Caceres, Spain
The history of Cáceres from Roman Norba Caesarina to the Almohad walls and the Renaissance palaces, with what to see and how to get there.
Traditions in Toledo, Spain
Toledo's traditions: the Corpus Christi procession, Holy Week, the spring and autumn romerías, local dishes, marzipan and the crafts of the old town.
Traditions of Madrid, Spain
Madrid's traditions through the year: San Isidro in May, flamenco tablaos, El Rastro on Sundays, Carnival, the August verbenas, Christmas and the twelve grapes.
The Bernabéu Stadium, Madrid
The Bernabéu, Real Madrid's stadium: its history, the rebuilt ground with retractable roof and pitch, Tour Bernabéu opening times and how to get there.
The Architecture in Toledo, Spain
Toledo's architecture by period, from the Cristo de la Luz mosque to the Cathedral and the Hospital de Tavera, with 2026 opening hours and prices.
The Architecture in Madrid, Spain
Madrid's architecture by period, from medieval churches and Habsburg squares to the Royal Palace, Gran Vía and the Cuatro Torres, with visitor details.
The Different Types of Architecture in Spain
Roman, Islamic, castle, Gaudí and contemporary architecture in Spain, with one or two examples of each and opening hours and prices for 2026.
Museums of Madrid
Eight museums in Madrid, from the Prado and the Reina Sofía to the Museo Naval: what each one holds, opening hours, ticket prices and free hours.
The Nightlife in Spain
Nightlife in Spain for students: going-out areas and venues in Madrid, Barcelona, Seville, Málaga and Ibiza, with opening times and late transport.