by Katharina Giesler | Apr 17, 2019 | Spain generally
Each year during Semana Santa (Easter week), Spain is completely transformed. All day and night, the streets of cities and towns are filled with beating drums, bright masses of flowers, parades of religious sculpture, and an intensely moving atmosphere. It can be hard...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 23, 2019 | Catalonia
Spain’s cities and landscapes are often chosen as settings for international productions by renowned directors. Its unique and diverse countryside, as well as its picturesque cities and villages, make it ideal as a setting for all kinds of productions. But one...
by Katharina Giesler | Jan 2, 2019 | Spain generally
Anyone who’s been to Spain knows that there is no shortage of exciting festivals, events and exhibitions, but each year has its own special program. Here are some of the highlights from all around Spain! Art exhibitions in world-class museums Spain boasts many...
by Katharina Giesler | Nov 28, 2018 | Catalonia
On the shores of the Mediterranean, the former Roman Tarraco offers a perfect blend of ancient history and modern comforts. Thanks to its vast archaeological remains, it has been named a World Heritage City, but Tarragona has even more to offer. The Tarragona of today...
by Katharina Giesler | Nov 21, 2018 | Spain generally
From chestnuts to churros con chocolate, Spain has plenty of treats for the chillier months of the year, and dulce de membrillo (quince jelly) stands out among them. Membrillo is Spanish for quince, which is a bright yellow fruit similar in appearance to a pear....
