Every year December and the beginning of January is a special time in Madrid. Christmas last until the 6th of January, when families gather together to celebrate the arrival of theThree Wise Men who bring presents to the children of the family.
The whole city celebrates Christmas in a grand way with lights decorating all the streets as well as activities and performances for the whole family. read full article
Categories: Guías Madrid
Madrid is not yet a 24 hours city, but it is not far from it. Most tourist find that the closing times of bars and pubs in this capital are much more relaxed than in most other European countries.
You may have trouble to get a coffee at 11 o’clock at night only because most bars will be cleaning their machines then, but you will probably find that you can get a bite to eat quite late and if what you are out for is the fun then you will be able to find places open till very late. read full article
Categories: Noche de Madrid
The Paseo del Prado, a large avenue, not very far from Hotel Ateneo, is known of the avenue of art. This name is due to theseveral museums nestled among the buildings that stand along the avenue.
Walking up this avenue is also a experience in itself. It is a beautiful large street with trees and benches in its middle. If you keep walking towards the north you will eventually find your way to Paseo de Recoletos, and there in number 23 you will find another centre for art and culture,Fundación Mapfre.
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Categories: Ocio y eventos
It is indeed a very strange background for modern art and theatre, however, the former slaughter house, el Matadero de Madrid, has become one of the beacons for art and culture in this big city.
The building itself is worth a visit, as it was built at the beginning of last century in that orange brick style so typical of Madrilian architecture. read full article
Categories: Arte y cultura
Fast-food does not have to be bad, it just have to be “fast”. Actually, in Madrid, you will find that a lot of traditional dishes and small bites are actually quite fast and convenient to prepare and to eat!
Categories: Guías Madrid
