The city of Barcelona, Spain, as all the Iberian Peninsula, has been clearly marked by its long history which dates to the Roman times. But what really left a deep impression and can still be fully appreciated today is what Read More …
Category: Spain
Andalucia
Thе nаmе of today’s Andаluсіа comes frоm “Al-Andalus” whісh іѕ dеrіvеd frоm thе Vаndаlѕ, thе Germanic trіbе who settled іn southern Iberia аnd Northern Afrіса. Thіѕ іѕ the Arаbіс tеrm fоr Muѕlіm Ibеrіаn Pеnіnѕulа, both thе Caliphate рrореr and thе Read More …
Playa de Bolnuevo
Today, we will explore the Mazarrón Bay which is located in the region of Murcia and is bathed by the Mediterranean Sea. This region was once frequented by Phoenicians, Romans, miners and fishermen. Today it is a quiet, cozy place Read More …
Cartagena
With more than 2500 years of history, cartagena is one of the most important cities of the mediterranean. It is a city where the old and the modern are present everywhere. When in cartagena, paying a visit to its port Read More …
La Manga
Located in the Province of Murcia, and is a very special place, sought after by many tourists. La Manga is formed by a narrow strip of land, 24km long, where on one side is the Mar Menor, a saltwater lagoon, Read More …
Spanish Festivals
Spanish fеѕtіvаlѕ tаkе рlасе іn еvеrу сіtу, tоwn, аnd village throughout Sраіn аt some point during thе year. Some оf the best festivals аnd fiestas in Spain hаvе deep rеlіgіоuѕ аnd hіѕtоrісаl meaning, whіlе others are ѕіmрlу meant for раrtуіng Read More …
The Spanish Costas
The Spanish coast is extensive and it is divided into coastal áreas. Every traveller has a favourite, and today we will explore what makes each one unique. Costa Blanca The Costa Blanca is the tourist name given to the Mediterranean Read More …
The Spanish Siesta
A famous term worldwide, ‘La Siesta’ is an old Spanish tradition that consists of sleeping 15 to 30 minutes after lunch. During ‘siesta’ time it is very common to close some commercial establishments. And how did the siesta begin? Many Read More …
Olive oil – The Spanish “Aceite”
Known for more than 5000 thousand years, and named as liquid gold, olive oil or aceite from the Arabic word az-záyt, was considered by Hippocrates as a medicine with anti-inflammatory properties, and was used to treat wounds and relieve pain. Read More …
Gastronomic Habits In Spain
In Spain, people have the habit of eating lunch at 2:00 pm. At this time, the restaurants are full and many people are on the streets. Spanish people are accustomed to eating the “Menu del día”, which consists of: a Read More …