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Malaga is a wonderful place for those who are looking for a seaside destination with very lively beach activity, warm waters and a lot of sunshine. How can it not be a wonderful place when it is situated very close to the Costa del Sol? However, these are not the only advantages of Malaga, as the city founded by the Phoenicians is also the city which played an important role during the conflict of the Moors. This aspect gave the city a great artistic, cultural and historical heritage which can easily take you on a trip into the past of Spain. Read the rest of this entry »

There is nothing as sweet as basking in the warmth of the sun as you drink a cold drink or read an exciting book. People travel far and wide in search of the perfect place to have enough sun, warmth and relaxation. This is a major factor as to why Spain is famous even among Europeans themselves, especially those coming from the continent’s colder places. Read the rest of this entry »

Spain has a number of cities which are vacation destinations for most people because of the beautiful views and activities in the cities. Coming second after France, Spain receives thousands of visitors annually and tourism plays a big role in the lives of the locals who earn from it. There are restaurants and accommodating resorts located at the attraction sites making your stay here very enjoyable. Read the rest of this entry »

Barcelona has a lot to offer besides the sandy beaches. You can find famous monuments and art galleries here as well as museums. Visiting these wonderful places will make your trip both exciting and educative. These features can act as good learning grounds especially for Spaniards as it is believed something sticks in the mind if you get to have a look. Read the rest of this entry »

The Picasso Museum or “Museu Picasso” for the locals is a well-known museum, a worldwide landmark in art in Barcelona, Spain. The museum is located in the Gothic area and includes five medieval palaces connected together to make a museum. Read the rest of this entry »

Pablo Picasso is considered as one of the greatest artists of the twentieth century. His canvases are in the world famous museums. His talent and lots of new ideas have contributed to changing attitudes of former art and modernity has introduced a new concept in art, which means a victory of form over the content. Read the rest of this entry »

General description

Barcelona is located in the northeast of Pyrenees Peninsula and it is the capital of Catalonia. There are about four million people with many immigrants.  Read the rest of this entry »

Malaga is situated in the Province of Andalucia, a coastal city that is blessed with sunshine for nearly every day of the year. Though it is one of Spain’s larger cities and a paradise for beach goers and sun bathers, the city has a rich heritage, which has given it two Moorish castles Castillo de Gibralfaro and Alcazaba, richly decorated structures dating back to the 14th Century. It is also the place to sample the sweet but potent Malagan wine, which is locally made and can be found at any of the numerous taverns in the city.

But Malaga is well known for another reason – as the birthplace of the world renowned and highly prolific artist, Pablo Picasso, who was born in the heart of the city at the Plaza de la Merced, and maintained a strong connection to the town throughout his life. Read the rest of this entry »

The city of Malaga located in the south of Spain, is on the seashore of the Mediterranean Sea. This is one of the most beautiful places in Spain.

Favorable geographic location:

The city is located near the Mediterranean Sea and on one of the most beautiful coves in a region called Andalucia. Because of its favorable geographical location, it is blessed with the best sunshine. The mountains provide protection to this city from winds. Read the rest of this entry »

To many tourists Spain will mainly recall images of white beaches, a clear blue sea and a nice, warm sun. But also those who like to taste a bit of arts and culture will find that Spain is a very rewarding destination for a holiday. Are you looking for museums, architecture and arts in Spain? Here you’ll find a couple of essential tips to leave well-prepared for your holiday.

Sagrada Família – Barcelona
The full name of this famous church is Templo Expiatorio de la Sagrada Família and is one of Spain’s most praised and visited buildings. Most special is the fact that the church still hasn’t been completed after more than hundred years of building. So each time you visit the church, there are new things to discover.
You can find more information at http://www.sagradafamilia.cat/

Picasso Museum – Malaga
One of Spain’s greatest artists of all times is without a doubt Pablo Picasso. The Picasso Museum in Malaga owns an impressive 280 pieces of art at this moment. Among those are sketches from his early years, but also etches and paintings he made later on in his life. An extended collection that offers a beautiful and complete overview of this extraordinary artist.
You can find more information at http://www2.museopicassomalaga.org/

Festival Benicàssim – Benicàssim
Benicàssim is at the Spanish east coast, the Costa del Azahar. From the 15th until the 18th of July the festival welcomes more than 50.000 music lovers. Many of the performing artists will be announced in the months to come, but bands like The Prodigy, Kasabian, PiL, The Specials, Ian Brown and Dizzee Rascal have already been confirmed for the 2010 edition.
You can find more information http://fiberfib.com/