Don't tell me you weren't expecting it. Every year, whatever the day (except maybe Tuesdays), CastiLa He celebrates his birthday on June 13th, Saint Anthony's Day. Antonio Con and Antonio Sin, two sides of the same coin. CastiLaThey throw a party that's always attended by beautiful people and where […]
The oldest of the festivals of GranadaBy far the most popular and longest-running. Dance, music, and film on stages like the GeneralifeThe Palace of Charles V, the Royal Hospital, the Monastery of San Jerónimo… The entire city embraces the grand event of the […]
Have you heard of Stendhal syndrome? It's defined as a reaction that causes an elevated heart rate, happiness, palpitations, incomparable feelings, and emotion when an individual is exposed to works of art, especially when they are considered extremely beautiful. I understand that for your health you might not want to expose yourself to such a situation. Do you really want to risk […]
The moment has arrived! Our city's festivities take place throughout the week, although Thursday will be the main day. The Tarasca and the Cabezudos will be the stars of Wednesday's procession. You'll hear Sevillanas music, see horses and flamenco dresses, and enjoy a drink.
In this chaotic world, science and the arts advance at a dizzying pace, and perhaps that's how it should be. However, if you're one of those people who need havens of peace, May in Granada It offers you one of those moments to reconnect with life and music. You'll find forgotten melodies, dusted-off instruments […]
Have you heard rumors that in the 21st century there are people who not only buy books, but also read them? If you identify with these unusual people, head to the area around the Fuente de las Batallas (Fountain of the Battles) in May and lose yourself among the many stalls, with author signings, talks, and more.
The month of May begins in Granada with the Festival of the Crosses. Originally, it was a popular celebration, among the lower classes. Kids would wander the streets singing their tune: "A little money for the holy cross." Those times seem long gone, or are they? Today, plazas, courtyards, and schools compete for the most beautiful cross […]
La Semana SantaRegardless of beliefs, it's an occasion for brotherhood and social communion. The different brotherhoods compete in their devotion, and people from all walks of life accompany the various floats. What does it matter if you're more of a devotee of the Rescate, the Gitanos, the Aurora, or the Estrella, if in the end you can all be enraptured by […]
Many people are surprised at the extent to which Granada And Buenos Aires are twinned until the music starts playing… and everything falls into place. The oldest Tango festival in Spain is undoubtedly one of those events you have to experience at least once in your life, but if […]
Every year, the first Sunday of February is celebrated as the feast of Saint Cecilius, the rebellious patron saint of GranadaWhat, a rebel? Well, Saint Cecilius was Arab, according to tradition, a disciple of James, and responsible for the Lead Books, which are not recognized by the Vatican. Whether we accept it or not, today we can go on a pilgrimage to Sacromonte, hear […]
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