Curiosities of Malaga: “Art Encounters in Genalguacil”, the village museum
Art and nature come together in the Malagan town of Genalguacil in Malaga, in the south of Spain, every first fortnight in August biennially with the initiative “Art Encounters in Genalguacil”, that this year will take place from August 1st to August 15th. Various artists from all over Spain and the world, work, create, live […]
Alternative plans to enjoy the Easter holidays
Are you tired of drums and bugles during Easter? Do you fancy a change of scenery and enjoy a different Easter? Every year more people are betting on an alternative Easter holiday. We want to take advantage of these rest days to do different things. Break the routine. Live new experiences that relax or excite […]
Discover Andalusia by bicycle with the Washington Irving Route
In 1829, the romantic and diplomatic American writer Washington Irving, fascinated by the wealth and exoticism of the Spanish-Muslim civilization, made a route from Seville to Granada through Antequera where he was enjoying and taking in every detail of the historical heritage and beauty of Andalusia. The author of the Tales of the Alhambra has […]
10 curious festivals you cannot miss if you visit Andalucia
Andalucia has a huge amount of popular traditions to enjoy any time of the year. So grab your camera and get ready because we present the ten most curious Andalucian festivals and traditions that you can and should go to in the south of Spain. To run stained with black paint, witness the horse races […]
(Español) ¿Cómo celebran la Nochevieja en el mundo? Te contamos las tradiciones más curiosas
(Español) Si vives en España, seguro que ya tienes preparadas las 12 uvas, el champán y alguna prenda de color rojo para recibir el año nuevo. Pero, ¿te has parado a pensar cómo celebran la Nochevieja en el resto del mundo? Atento porque quizá te plantees incorporar nuevos rituales a la celebración de esta noche tan mágica. […]
The ‘zambombas’: the most genuine party of Andalusian folklore
The traditional wines, pastries and “flamenco style” carols are the ingredients of the “zambombas” held in December and celebrated in every corner of Jerez de la Frontera. Since the eighteenth century on the eve of Christmas Day, friends, neighbours and relatives gather the patios and house gardens. They form a circle around bonfires, where they […]
IV Bienal de Flamenco de Málaga: unique shows in the Cave of Nerja or Gibralfaro
Flamenco comes to Málaga for another year to flood the streets with this art for the people of the province until next September. The IV Bienal de Flamenco de Málaga will feature 40 municipalities where dancing, singing, concerts and cultural exhibitions on this subject will put this Intangible Heritage of Humanity at your fingertips according […]
(Español) ¿Qué es el amor? 10 puntos que debes conocer sobre las relaciones de pareja
(Español) El 14 de febrero es un día especial para las parejas. Como muchos días impuestos por la sociedad, se supone que debemos expresar y celebrar esta unión especial con otro ser humano a nuestro lado. Pero, realmente ¿qué estamos celebrando? ¿Por qué tenemos la necesidad o deseo de enseñar nuestro amor o cariño en […]
Native Products Of Malaga: The Secret of Ojen Anis That Its Founder Took To His Grave
Travelling is not just about visiting a location, but about getting to know a place. Gastronomy and local products are fundamental components of an area’s culture we should see when we visit. So, today I want to present the origin of a “glass of Ojen”, an anis prepared in the wonderful mountain village perched just […]
Halloween Or All Saints Holidays? We’ve Gathered The Five Most Famous Traditions In Spain For Celebrating The Day Of The Dead
Vampires, witches and the undead await just around the corner as we celebrate the Anglo import that is Halloween night. However, what about our own traditions when it comes to All Saints Day? Have we forgotten it all? The answer is “no”. As Spaniards, we stick to our habits and remember those that have passed […]