Watch: Women are barred from cathedral in Spain’s Andalucia ‘for wearing short skirts’
A DEBATE has broken out in Andalucia after two women were turned away from a cathedral because their ‘skirts were too short.’ Sevilla is known
Experts start analysing Phoenician boat dating back to 600 BC preserved in sand off coast of Spain
MARITIME archaeologists have been analysing a Phoenician boat found off the Murcia coast which was brought to dry land in October. Called Mazarron II, the
Spain’s Must-See Festivals in 2025: A Visitor’s Guide
Attending festivals in Spain is a fantastic way to plan your Spanish holiday. They are available year-round, making it often feasible to select one that aligns
Discovery in Spain throws light on archery expertise dating back 7,000 years
A NEW discovery at the Cave of Los Murcielagos in Spain has highlighted the impressive archery expertise of Iberian Neolithic societies. Archaeologists have uncovered sophisticated
Spain’s iconic gallery and museum smashes visitor record with nearly two-thirds coming from abroad
MADRID’S Prado Museum set an annual visitor record on Saturday with 3.5 million attendees- beating last year’s previous best of 3.2 million. Almost 45% of
WATCH: The incredible engineering that carried water up to Alhambra Palace during Spain’s Moorish period
A NEW video reveals the incredible hydraulic engineering that pumped water up 200 metres to the world-famous Alhambra Palace during the Moorish era in Spain.
How a Kiwi won the Scrabble world championships in Spanish despite not speaking the language
A KIWI who does not speak the language has won the World Spanish Scrabble Championship. Nigel Richards achieved the feat thanks to his impressive memory
Famous painting by Spanish master goes on display for first time in 134 years: Sorolla masterpiece ‘Paris Boulevard’ dazzles art lovers in Madrid
A LONG-LOST painting by Spain’s ‘master of light’ Joaquin Sorolla has gone on public display for the first time since the 19th century. Paris Boulevard,
Exclusive: Meet the British performer who’s shaking up Spain’s flamenco scene by exploring its African links
THIS is the British dancer revolutionising Spain’s flamenco scene by delving into its African influences. Born in London to Ghanaian and Jamaican parents, Yinka Esi
GIVEAWAY: Bryan Adams to rock Spain in January 2025 – and we have four tickets up for grabs
CANADIAN rocker Bryan Adams will bring his Roll With The Punches world tour to Valencia on January 19, 2025, at the Pabellon Fuente de San
Global Spanish speakers hit 600 million for first time, 2024 study finds
For the first time in history the number of Spanish speakers in the world has exceeded 600 million. This milestone, detailed in the latest report
Balancing Heritage and Progress: A Guide to Historic Preservation in Modern Cities
According to a 2023 report by the National Park Service, over $8.8 billion was spent on rehabilitation costs for historic preservation and community revitalization last
Manic Street Preachers and Flaming Lips are coming to Spain: Iconic groups lead impressive festival line-up
ICONIC bands are set to play a Spanish festival next year, including the Manic Street Preachers and The Flaming Lips. The Azkena Rock Festival in
Pictured: Stunning Mongolian horses are relocated to Spain as part of rewilding programme
SPAIN has welcomed stunning Mongolian horses as part of an ambitious rewilding project. Some ten rare wild horses native to the steppes of Central Asia
SPECIAL DEAL: Enjoy unlimited wine, cava or beer at NOMAD Marbella’s incredible Whitney Houston tribute
OLIVE Press readers can enjoy unlimited wine, cava or beer at an incredible Whitney Houston tribute night in Marbella. The event is being held at
Bridgerton comes to Spain with ‘magical’ candle lit concerts
DEAREST gentle reader, Bridgerton is coming to Spain with a series of magical concerts. Distinguished venues across Spain are set to host a series of
Spain’s Reina Sofia Museum will auction artwork to donate money to those affected by DANA
THE REINA Sofia Museum is set to auction artwork and donate the proceeds to DANA victims. They plan to auction Colombian artist Fernando Botero’s ‘Still
Over 20 solidarity concerts will take place across Spain next week to raise money for DANA victims
SOLIDARITY concerts raising money for DANA victims will be held across Spain next week. ‘SOM VALENCIA’ (We are Valencia) events will take place in some
Netflix documentary exposes ‘controlling’ environment behind Spain’s women’s football team and controversial Jenni Hermoso kiss
A NEW Netflix documentary has exposed the ‘controlling’ environment in the Spanish women’s football team. Over a year since Luis Rubiales planted an infamous kiss
Must-visit: The oldest castle in Spain that’s nestled in inland Andalucia and dubbed ‘the fort of the seven kings’
SPAIN’S oldest castle is hidden in the heart of Andalucia, here’s why you should visit. Nestled in the rolling hills of Jaen’s Sierra Morena lies
This spooky Halloween destination in Spain could give Salem and Sleepy Hollow a run for their money
HALLOWEEN lover? This spine chilling Spanish destination makes Salem look like child’s play. ALTHOUGH Halloween didn’t take off in Spain until the 90s, the country
Ancient Roman forum is discovered in Spain: Experts believe it served this special purpose
ARCHAEOLOGISTS have unearthed a spectacular Roman forum that they believe was used to help integrate new tribes into the empire. The discovery was made in
The curious history of Halloween in Spain: How today’s traditions come from ancient Celtic rituals
Did you know the curious history of spooky Spain? Learn all about the origins of Halloween’s Celtic origins. Though most souls associate Halloween with glowing
Five bizarre phrases you’ll only hear in Spain’s Andalucia – so how many do YOU know?
HOW many of these bizarre Andalucian phrases do you recognise? Malaga was recently found to be one of the best places in Spain to learn
Lionel Richie and Lenny Kravitz are coming to Spain’s Costa del Sol – all you need to know
LEGENDARY singer Lionel Richie will take on his first concerts outside of Europe in some time next year, with five stops in Spain. The ‘All
Pictured: Incredible €25million aquarium that could be coming to Cadiz but is being held back by red tape
CADIZ could have this incredible €25million aquarium but is being held back by red tape. It has investors, funding and design but red tape is
