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Christmas decorations in Spain
How are Christmas decorations in Spain? Look at this post and know the curiosities of Spanish houses and their traditions
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Special EventsCadiz carnival: A brief history
Discover the Carnival of Cádiz, the most popular party in the city of Andalusia, which has the funniest and most naughty songs you've never heard before.
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Special EventsHow to construct a ‘falla’
Valencia celebrates its most popular party in style, that of ‘Las Fallas’. It is a celebration based on fire and fireworks. Discover this party
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La Tomatina
A new tradition in Spain: the greatest and funniest food battle in the world. There is in Buñol, Valencia
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Spanish TraditionsThe first Thanksgiving Celebration was Spanish
It is good to know that we also had a part to play in a celebration that, through the expansion of a country’s culture, is known well beyond its borders
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Special EventsStrange Easter week celebrations in Spain
Semana Santa (Easter or Holy Week) is celebrated a lot in Spain. Discover some traditions of this special time of the year.
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What costume should you wear in a Spanish Halloween?
Why not attend our friends’, schoolmates’ or workmates’ Halloween party dressed up as genuinely Spanish monsters?
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Spanish culture
Characters who give out gifts in Spain
Olentzero, Esteru, Nadal, Anjanas, Apalpador, Angulero... there were many who helped St. Claus
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Spanish LiteratureApril 23, world book day
April 23 is World Book Day. Probability, there is a fair or a commemorative event being celebrated in your hometown. Discover how it celebrate in Spain
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Spanish culture
Controversial Spanish Christmas habits
The Christmas season have a different way to celebrate it in every country, and each of them has its own customs. Spain is no exception.
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Spanish Gastronomy
International paella contest in Getxo - Spain
This town hosts the paella festival & competition every 25th July. Another perfect excuse to have a party while studying Spanish!
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The Tenerife carnival
Santa Cruz in Tenerife a city twinned with Río de Janeiro. Proof of this lies in its carnivals. Discover more about this festival
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Enjoying Salamanca in the summer
Salamanca is one of the world’s most revered student cities, but that doesn't mean it's deserted when school's out! Discover this city
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Spanish Traditions
International Friendship Day
Learn about the International Friendship Day which aim is always to promote peace and friendship between people of all different cultures
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Carnival in Cadiz: chirigotas and comparsas
Like the comparsas, chirigotas sing while accompanied by guitars, a bass drum, a caja and the famous pito or güiro, but what is the difference?
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Spanish culture
Four Aspects of Spanish Culture UNESCO Heritage Listed
UNESCO has recognized as “Intangible Heritage of Humanity” four distinct aspects of Spanish culture (flamenco, castells, sibila, and mediterranean diet)
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The Holy Week (Semana Santa)
The Holy Week is that time of THE year when Christians commemorate the Passion, Death and Resurrection of Jesus Christ
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The Origin of Las Fallas
This festival is popular around the world. We're not going to tell you what Las Fallas is, but rather tell you where the festival originated
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Spanish cultureSpanish Halloween
If we take a closer look, we can see that there are traditions in Spain that may just rival this “dark festival.” Let’s take a look at a few examples.
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Where does St. Valentine's Day Come From?
Come February 14, everything is crammed with hearts. It's the day of love. But… what did this Saint do to become the lovers patron?
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Halloween, Spanish Style
Why is Halloween having so much success in Spain? We'll tell you some of the reasons, both philosophical and practical
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Spanish Traditions
Traditions for lovers in Spain throughout the year
We take a look at some of the most interesting traditions in Spain related to lovers or with finding love other than the popular Valentine's Day
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Spanish culture
What to see in Spain this fall
If we say Spain you probably think sun, beach… but fall is almost here. And does that mean the best time of year in Spain has passed? Of course not!
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Halloween in Spain
Halloween in Spain is quickly gaining speed to join the Day of the Dead and All Saints Day as an autumn tradition
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Pamplona and the San Fermín running of the bulls
Pamplona is famous for its fiesta of San Fermín, which is arguably the most famous festival in Spain. It is a long-standing festival, which was made famous by the American author Ernest Hemingway
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Spanish culture
The 12th of October around the world
It is probably the most important day for all those of us that share the Hispanic culture, apart from being a turning point in the History of mankind
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Spanish culture
The Passion for The Red
What's Spain like when Spain's national team is playing a soccer game? We'll tell you all about it
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Spanish culture
Leaving a Tip in Spain
Many tourists and students who come to our country don’t know how much money they should leave to show their gratitude for good service
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