You may not know his name, but I bet you have seen some of his incredible works of art. Mauritis Cornelis Escher (1898-1972) is called the genius of Dutch surrealism and one of the world’s most famous graphic artists. He…
At first, the Museo del Traje de Madrid might sound like some kind of costume museum, but in reality it is more of museum dedicated to the evolution of Spanish fashion. It’s a relatively young institution, founded in 2004 and…
This staggering skyline in “Andalucía” is sure to be one of your favorite sights in Spain. Seville was allegedly founded by our favorite hero, Hercules, and boasts of the perfect mixture of ancient and modern. Sevillanas are known for their sparkling…
You cannot visit Madrid without visiting one of the most impressive buildings in the city, the Palacio Real. Although it is the official residence of the royal family of Spain, they do not actually live there permanently and it is…
Spain is home to some of the most important art history in Europe. From exotic Arabic mosaics from Al-Andalus and divine works depicting Spain’s close history with Catholicism; to the dramatic Spanish Renaissance and the Golden Ages during the height…
This long-standing historic museum has been the centre for Spanish naval history since 1843. The Museo Naval de Madrid covers the history of the Navy from the Catholic monarchs until the present. The museum displays paintings, maps, navigation instruments, and…
If you are interested in exploring an artistic style and time period filled with emotion, detail, and extravagance, then the Museo de Romanticismo can offer you just that! This museum is dedicated to displaying a large collection of artifacts and…
The Museo de Historia de Madrid is a municipal museum dedicated to the long and unique history of this glorious city. The museum is located inside the old Royal Hospice center of Madrid that was used to house poor and…
Interested in government? Visit the Madrid Congressional office! The Congreso de los Diputados is the lower cabinet of the general courts of Spain, and is located in the Palacio de los Cortes (The Palace of the Courts). At the top…
While many people think of Madrid as a new busting metropolis, it actually has a long history going all the way back to prehistoric times. Opened by the city government in 2000, the Museo de San Isidro offers a look…