Madrid Museums are full of art pieces, not only by the most famous Spanish painters but from the world best-known painters, sculptors and artist. If you are visiting the city…
The Atocha Railway Station view is the perfect welcome to Madrid. Its imposing structure and incredible tropical garden are de prefect prelude to this amazing city. This beauty is not just…
Since gin and tonic has become the trendiest cocktail, a have try hundreds of variations. Some of them were so strange that make me doubt whether they were or not gin tonics. I’m…
Most of the times, when people hear “Sevillanas” the first thing that comes to their minds is “Flamenco,” or the other way around. However, although the dividing line is quite slight, there is actually a difference between them. Sevillanas are part of the folklore originated in Seville, while Flamenco originated in the region of Andalusia and has a very wide and deep history.
© mrskyce
Sellivanas are usually danced in couples and in series of four. The four of them have the same musical structure and although they can be danced differently, there are always specific moments when the dancers do certain steps.
On the other hand, Flamenco comprises several palos and the music, compass, structure and essence changes from one palo to another. Nonetheless, Sevillanas are now part of the Flamenco palos belonging to the Andalusian folklore. In fact, nowadays, most of the students of Flamenco also learn Sevillanas.
All in all, in spite of the distinction of their origins, Sevillanas and Flamenco are closely related to each other.
Plaza Mayor is one of the most visited Madrid attractions. Its enclosed space provides a place for peace and relaxation in the heart of the city. Provably, this square embodies…
September is the beginning of wild mushroom, pumpkins and game season; three ingredients you can taste easily in almost every restaurant in Madrid. At this time, the city is back…
Atletico de Madrid was the biggest revelation in La Liga season 2013 – 2014. El Cholo Simeone’s team has defied all odds crowned champion of La Liga BBVA 2014. Diego Costa and David Villa were the architects of this victory. Atletico de Madrid has reasoned proved that big budgets are not necessary for a team to be successful. Atletico de Madrid has renew the team and now counts Antoine Griezmann among other.
La Liga is back and this first last will put face to face Rayo and Atletico de Madrid in Vallecas Stadium. The second last promises to be quieter with Atletico face at Eibar in Vicente Calderon Stadium. La Liga is back! Football fans are so happy that can wait to buy their tickets for Atletico de Madrid matches. Will Atletico be La Liga winner for second consecutive time?
- Monday 25th at 10:00 p.m., La Liga BBVA, last-1: Rayo – Atletico de Madrid in Vallecas Stadium.
RAYO 0 – ATLETICO MADRID 0.
- Sunday 31st at 9:00 p.m., La Liga BBVA, last 2: Atletico Madrid – Eibar in Vicente Calderon Stadium.
ATLETICO MADRID 2 – EIBAR 1 (Miranda 11 min. Manzukic 25 min. and Abraham 33 min.)
La Liga is back! It was a long summer for football fans, since La Liga ended up earlier to leave time for the players to rest before the Brazil World…
Everybody know that Spain has the best folkloric festivals in the world. Usually festivals are celebrated in spring or summer. Mainly, they honor a saint or a religious meaningful date….
Spain Super Cup is about to be play! The historical rivals Real Madrid and Atletico de Madrid are fighting once again to show which the best city team is. The matches will take place on August, 19th at 11:00 p.m. in Santiago Bernabeu Stadium and on August, 22nd at 10:30 p.m. in Vicente Calderón Stadium.
Both teams are checking-in their new acquisitions. Real Madrid confirmed Iker Casillas as the official Super Cup goalkeeper, instead of just-signed Keylor Navas. The player, consider the architect of Costa Rica reached the quarter-finals in Brazil World Cup, have to wait for a future chance since Real Madrid coach announced Casillas as his first choice for this season.
James Rodríguez and Toni Kross will have the chance to play against Atletico de Madrid new team, commanded by the awarded coach Diego Simeone. Atletico de Madrid is also renewing its team with the acclaimed Real Sociedad formed player Antoine Griezmann.
It promise to be an interesting duel in spite of the silly schedule that will force all football fans to miss a few sleep hours. If you are looking forward to the great season on the Spanish La Liga, buy your tickets in advance for Real Madrid matches and Atletico de Madrid matches.
- Tuesday, August 19th, Spain Super Cup, first match: Real Madrid – Atletico de Madrid in Santiago Bernabeu Stadium.
REAL MADRID 1 – ATLETICO DE MADRID 1 (James Rodríguez min. 81 and Raúl García min. 88)
- Friday, August 22nd, Spain Super Cup, finale: Atletico de Madrid – Real Madrid in Vicente Calderón Stadium.
ATLETICO DE MADRID 1 – REAL MADRID 0 (Mandzukic min. 2)
ATLETICO DE MADRID win the Spanish SuperCup 2014!!!
