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Evidence found of swimming dinosaurs dating back over 100 million years ago in Spain

Dozens of swimming dinosaur prints are discovered in northern Spain

A TEAM of researchers from the University of La Rioja have found a site of swimming dinosaur prints in northern Spain- of which there is very little evidence in the world. Paleontologist

24 Oct, 2023 @ 15:09

Animals·La Cultura·Lead

Great British Bake Off judge Mary Berry is latest celeb to join Gibraltar Literary Festival lineup

COOKBOOK writer for over half a century Mary Berry, much-loved judge of the Beeb’s Great British Bake Off is the latest Gibraltar International Literary Festival speaker to be announced. Berry published her

23 Oct, 2023 @ 14:10

Gibraltar·La Cultura·Lead

Plucky Frenchwoman wages campaign to bring ‘original version’ movies to Spain’s Ronda – ‘pour l’amour’

RONDA’S main cinema is set to show its first ever ‘original version’ movie without dubbing this week, thanks to one expat resident – and loving wife. On Thursday, October 26, film lovers

23 Oct, 2023 @ 12:24

Andalucia·La Cultura·Malaga

Modernism in Spain Goes Digital

Spain’s cultural heritage abounds in artistic movements, and one that stands out prominently is Modernism. This artistic and architectural movement, which flourished in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, left an

19 Oct, 2023 @ 15:29

La Cultura

What is Spain’s National Day? All you need to know about the holiday that was born in Andalucia

THE ‘National Day of Spain’ (Fiesta Nacional de España) celebrates Christopher Columbus’ arrival in the Americas, a story which began in Andalucia. The agreement to send Christopher Columbus to the ‘New World’

12 Oct, 2023 @ 10:23

Andalucia·La Cultura

Local ‘graffiti-loving troublemaker’ artist’s giant turtle mural tribute to Costa del Sol town delights residents

RESIDENTS of one Fuengirola neighbourhood have been marvelling at the handiwork of a local ‘graffiti-loving troublemaker’ who has livened up the streets with an incredible, full-building mural. Proud Fuengirola native Alejandro Bermejo

9 Oct, 2023 @ 15:30

Andalucia·La Cultura·Malaga

Pre-historic footwear dating back 6,200 years are discovered in caves in Spain's Andalucia

Pre-historic footwear dating back 6,200 years is discovered in caves in Spain’s Andalucia

THE OLDEST pair of shoes in Europe found in a Granada area cave may be much older than first thought, according to scientists. Experts used carbon-dating techniques on 76 objects from the

9 Oct, 2023 @ 14:15

Andalucia·Granada·La Cultura·Lead

Iconic Southport Gates at entry to Gibraltar’s Main Street get major facelift, restoration and clean-up

THE Ministry of Heritage has restored the iconic Southport Gates to Gibraltar’s Main Street that date back to 1883 to their former glory after weeks of painstaking work. National museum restorer Manuel

4 Oct, 2023 @ 15:20

Gibraltar·La Cultura

Five top new UK authors will star at Gibraltar International Literary Festival as tickets go on sale

TICKETS went on sale for this year’s Gibraltar’s Literary Festival as organisers announced five more speakers that would be on the Rock for the popular cultural event. James Naughtie, spy novel writer

4 Oct, 2023 @ 14:42

Gibraltar·La Cultura

Family in Spain stunned to discover genuine Van Dyck painting worth up to €13million had been hanging on their wall for DECADES

A SPANISH family were stunned to find a family heirloom was a genuine work by Baroque master painter, Anthony Van Dyck. The painting, ‘Presentation of the Baby Jesus to Saint Barbara’, is

3 Oct, 2023 @ 18:19

La Cultura·Lead

Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba voted most beautiful Cathedral in Spain on Twitter

THE Mosque-Cathedral of Cordoba has clinched the title of the most beautiful cathedral on X, the platform formerly known as Twitter. The Relatando Historia profile (@RelatandoHistoria) on the X social network initiated

29 Sep, 2023 @ 08:45

Andalucia·Cordoba·La Cultura·Lead

Garrison Library in Gibraltar turns 230 with unique exhibition of artifacts celebrating military connection

THE Garrison Library marked 230 years in Gibraltar with the launch of an exhibition that traced its history from a military institution to a public source of knowledge. The oldest library on

28 Sep, 2023 @ 15:37

Gibraltar·La Cultura

Cultural agenda shines with Kiev Ballet’s ‘Swan Lake’ in Spain’s Algecira

ALGECIRAS’ autumn cultural lineup for 2023 includes several standout events, among them, the performance of the Kiev Ballet at the Florida Theatre. On Friday, October 13, spectators will have the opportunity to

25 Sep, 2023 @ 08:45

Cadiz·La Cultura

HIDDEN VALLEY: Late September in Spain is practically a season of its own

Late September: practically its own season. Bright, fresh days with the memory of water – the downpours of last week, which stopped summer dead in its tracks – still present in corners

23 Sep, 2023 @ 15:00

Celebrity·La Cultura·Other News·Travel: Extremadura

What to do in Valencia this October

The summer heat has retreated, leaving behind a refreshing cool breeze and plenty of autumn sun. Coming up – a special month for the region, with celebrations and festivals in Valencia, culminating

22 Sep, 2023 @ 21:20

La Cultura·Olive Press Travel·Travel: Valencia Region·Valencia·Valencian Community

HIDDEN VALLEY: Figs, nectarines and pears are just a few of the stars of late-summer eating in Spain – and here’s how to eat them

In the latest serialisation of seasoned travel writer Paul Richardson’s new book, Hidden Valley, he reveals how he prepares his favourite late-summer treats with the help of an abundance of ripe fruit

18 Sep, 2023 @ 19:15

Celebrity·La Cultura·Olive Press Travel·Other News·Travel: Extremadura

HIDDEN VALLEY: The subtle and mysterious art of mushrooming in central Spain

Paul Richardson reveals how he spots the perfect wild mushroom in the forests by his idyllic home in Extremadura - and how to cook them

17 Sep, 2023 @ 12:47

Celebrity·La Cultura·Lead·Olive Press Travel·Other News·Travel: Extremadura

More than 151,000 people flock to ‘Picasso as a Sculptor: Matter and Body’ exhibition in Malaga

PICASSO has triumphed once again in his home town, solidifying his enduring legacy as one of Malaga’s most celebrated and influential figures. ‘Picasso as a Sculptor: Matter and Body,’ the first major

17 Sep, 2023 @ 10:30

La Cultura·Malaga

Gibraltar’s Karel Mark Chichon to direct autumn classical music concert at iconic St Michael’s Cave

GIBRALTAR’S own conductor Karel Mark Chichon will be back on the Rock to direct the European Sinfonietta at this year’s autumn classical music concert. It will be held at the stunning location

17 Sep, 2023 @ 09:47

Gibraltar·La Cultura

Thief pinched hundreds of books from libraries in Spain's Valencia for online resale

Segovia hosts prestigious Hay Literary Festival as it arrives on Spanish soil from Britain

ONE of the world’s most prestigious celebrations of literature comes to the Spanish heartland this week with the arrival of the Hay Festival. The town of Segovia is currently abuzz with the

15 Sep, 2023 @ 15:45

La Cultura

Spain’s Larios Malaga Fashion Week with Europe’s longest catwalk kicks off today

AS every September, the prestigious Larios Catwalk Malaga Fashion Week returns to Malaga to establish itself as a reference event in the world of fashion and culture in the city. The event,

15 Sep, 2023 @ 08:45

La Cultura·Malaga

Madrid to host UAE-funded symposium showcasing achievements of Andalucia in the Islamic period

THE United Arab Emirates is organising a cultural symposium in Madrid to celebrate the culture and arts of the Al-Andalus era of Andalucia. The two-day event will feature a range of dialogue

12 Sep, 2023 @ 19:00

Andalucia·La Cultura·Lead·Madrid

International academics descend on Cambridge University for discussions about Gibraltar’s unique language

CAMBRIDGE University will hold a presentation about Gibraltar’s culture and writing on September 12-13 for international academics. Minister for Culture, Professor John Cortes, will head the Gibraltar Literature Symposium titled ‘Llanito Culture

11 Sep, 2023 @ 15:12

Gibraltar·La Cultura·Lead

Remains of possible Roman circus found near Sevilla

SEVILLA UNIVERSITY experts say modern technology has enabled them to find evidence of a giant Roman circus at the site of the ancient city of Italica in Santiponce. Work in August using

10 Sep, 2023 @ 10:00

Andalucia·La Cultura·Lead·Sevilla

Singaporean artist creates dazzling ‘flower carpet show’ on streets of Spain’s Barcelona

IN the heart of Barcelona, a Singaporean artist, Vijaya Mohan, has unveiled a rangoli piece that combines the Indian artform with Spanish flowers. The 64-year-old’s mission is to promote rangoli to the

8 Sep, 2023 @ 15:45

La Cultura

‘Our Gibraltar’ competition celebrates Gibraltar themed works ahead of National Week

THE annual ‘Our Gibraltar’ exhibition is currently being held at the Gustavo Bacarisas Gallery. The Minister for Culture, the Hon. Prof. John Cortes, opened the exhibition on Tuesday, August 29. The event

4 Sep, 2023 @ 17:45

Gibraltar·La Cultura

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