While I was pursuing a degree at Université de Rennes II (France) in French Studies with a specialty in Art History, I got “schooled,” French-style, by my civilization professor one day in class. “Where is Picasso’s greatest work housed?” he queried, looking me straight in the eye. I was shocked for two reasons. First, the […]
Surrounded by a trifecta of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, Madrid’s central location and status as a transportation hub within Spain makes getting out and exploring the surrounding towns a breeze. Here are some great places to spend an afternoon out of the city and further explore Spanish culture.
The Monastery of San Lorenzo de El Escorial is located close to Madrid , Spain in the small town of El Escorial. Read more about easy day trips from Madrid
A small area in the heart of Madrid, called the “Golden Triangle of Art,” holds some of the world’s greatest art treasures. Three museums, each with its particular claim to fame, are within easy walking distance of each other: The Prado, the Thyssen-Bornemisza, and the Reina Sofia. They have all changed and expanded in recent years […]
Caixa Forum Stairs Madrid is the capital of Spain and is a great center of the arts and entertainment. Much of Madrid’s allure, however, is its old architectural charm and the party lifestyle led by its residents. The nightlife in Madrid is first-rate. There are thousands of restaurants, bars, cafés, clubs, discos, and tascas that […]
Earlier, I wrote about the Prado Museum in Madrid’s Golden Triangle of Art. The Thyssen Bornemisza and the Rein Sofia Museums complete the triangle.