One of Madrid’s most famous symbols is its coat of arms, which depicts a bear climbing a tree. But this symbol hasn’t always been the only one on the capital’s emblem; sometimes a dragon is associated with it! The dragon of Madrid’s emblem ! So what does this fantastic animal have to do with the city… Continue reading “The dragon of Madrid’s emblem”
You think a geology museum is just a showcase for a few stones? Well, think again! What awaits you in Madrid is a veritable journey into the history of living beings! Discover the Geomining Museum of Madrid! What’s a geology museum for? It may sound very specific, but geology, or the study of rocks and… Continue reading “Geomining Museum of Madrid : the genesis of Earth history”
If you are looking for a quiet walk in Madrid, not far from the Manzanares river, at the foot of Principe Pio mountain, you may find a tiny yet magnificent chapel called “San Antonio de la Florida”, whose murals were painted by none other than Francisco de Goya, the famous Spanish painter! But why is… Continue reading “Goya and the Hermitage of San Antonio de la Florida”
Among the treasures on display in Madrid is a series of statues with a singular presentation, due to their eventful history in the region: the Prado Muses. Placed in one of the rare big and round rooms, just below Velazquez’s impressive “Meninas”, they welcome visitors to the Prado Museum, in the only place suitable for… Continue reading “What’s behind the Prado Muses ?”
Madrid remembers the victims of Nazism with the establishment of the Monument to the victims of Nazism in Madrid and the plaques known as Stolpersteine. The city of Madrid is always changing. It is enough not to set foot in it for a couple of years to find something new. This has always been the… Continue reading “Monument to the victims of Nazism in Madrid and Stolpersteine”
Located in the Chueca district, in the street of Fernando VI, Palacio de Longoria is a perfect example of the development of the Art Nouveau style in Spain. If you’re lucky enough to be in Madrid during the Architecture Week or the Open House weekend, you’ll have the chance to visit the stunning Palacio Longoria.… Continue reading “Palacio de Longoria, a jewel of modernist architecture in Madrid”
The Morería Neighbourhood is a historic and distinctive neighborhood deeply rooted in the rich history of Madrid. Located in the heart of the Spanish capital, the Morería Neighbourhood resonates with a rich blend of cultural traditions and historical vestiges, unveiling the legacy of Arab and Moorish influence in the region. Its narrow cobbled streets and… Continue reading “The Morería Neighbourhood: A Journey through Madrid’s History”
Standing as one of the most important icons of Madrid, the Puerta del Sol clock hides the interesting history of a magnificent watch. Nowadays, when watching Puerta del Sol clock we do not think about how important it is to know the time and how difficult it must have been in the past. About one… Continue reading “Puerta del Sol Clock History and a Famous Watchmaker”
The Academy of San Fernando is an emblematic institution in the world of plastic and visual arts and in the training of artists like for example: Goya . Founded in 1752, the Academy of San Fernando played a fundamental role in the training and promotion of artists in Spain, including one of the most outstanding… Continue reading “The Academy of San Fernando and its Connection with Goya”
Movida Madrileña is a cultural movement, but also a societal revolution, a wave of sexual, artistic and, according to some, even political freedom. Particularly affecting the city of Madrid in the 70s and 80s, Movida Madrileña started after the end of Franco’s dictatorship, it gradually spread to other Spanish cities. The origins of the movement… Continue reading “What is Movida Madrileña? – More than a Revolutional Cultural Movement”
