A foreign fascination Flamenco, originating from the gipsies in the southern regions of Spain, captivated foreigners long before it became a national symbol. However, within Spain, the relationship between flamenco and Spanish national identity has been contentious for over a century. The art form was once considered vulgar and pornographic, but its shifting fortunes reflect … Continue reading Flamenco and its complicated journey – from marginalization to global recognition
Category Archives: Art
Candlelight concerts at the Anantara Villa Padierna Palace in Benahavís
“Candlelight Summer” are candlelight concerts that bring the magic of a live musical experience to amazing outdoor venues across the globe. Seaside towns, iconic landmarks and remote settings play host to a special summer series of Candlelight concerts. The Candlelight series has taken Spain by storm, illuminating cities with enchanting concerts that marry live music, … Continue reading Candlelight concerts at the Anantara Villa Padierna Palace in Benahavís
CAC Málaga and a Belgian artist, Ben Sledsens
The Contemporary Art Center of Malaga presents BEN SLEDSENS, a Belgian painter who exhibits in a Spanish museum for the first time. The exhibition is curated by Fernando Francés, and it includes the last five years of Ben’s artistic creation. Sixteen paintings of various formats were made between 2018 and now, some of them shown … Continue reading CAC Málaga and a Belgian artist, Ben Sledsens
Female Gaze – New Exhibition at Badr El Jundi Gallery
A couple of months ago we had the pleasure of interviewing María Gracia de Pedro, director of the local gallery Badr El Jundi (Anantara Villa Padierna 5* Palace Resort in Benahavís) about the gallery’s start, plans and artists they collaborate with. You can read more about it here. This time around they’re displaying a new … Continue reading Female Gaze – New Exhibition at Badr El Jundi Gallery
Wonderful Christmas traditions from around the world
For many Christmas is one of the most important moments of the year. No wonder why – it’s unique, magical, full of joy and generosity. It brings us closer and it encourages us to reflect. This is true and universal for many countries. We set out on a journey across the world to discover what Christmas … Continue reading Wonderful Christmas traditions from around the world
AALTO Marbella Interior Designers with Harmony and Spice
AALTO make spaces functional, safe, and visually appealing. But not just that – they’ve got the talent to bring into space a sense of balance and harmony while spicing it up with bold, groovy and decisive additions. Their ultimate quest is to create beautiful spaces that will please and inspire their occupants while making the … Continue reading AALTO Marbella Interior Designers with Harmony and Spice
Fog suspended in the valleys and mountains of Benahavís
You must have seen the fog suspended in the valleys and mountains of Benahavís. If you haven’t, now you have the opportunity to see it here, as we enjoyed truly amazing views last week. Thick fog poured over the mountains of Benahavís, reminiscent of a snow avalanche. This mountain landscape can make you feel … Continue reading Fog suspended in the valleys and mountains of Benahavís
Almeria becoming a movie star
Almeria. How did the Andalusian desert become a movie star? Almost everyone has seen the movie, but hardly anyone knows where it was made. Several popular films such as: ”Lawrence of Arabia”, “Good, bad and ugly” or “Indiana Jones and the Last Crusade” were set in the eastern part of Andalusia, in this unusual landscapes … Continue reading Almeria becoming a movie star
The black bull of Andalusia and other facts
4 intersting facts about tradition of Andalusia The black bull of Andalusia For decades, the black bull has been the logo of the Osborne Group company. Today, it is also a symbol of Spanish culture and longlife tradition. It was designed in 1956 by the famous artist Manolo Prieto, who was a pioneer in graphic design … Continue reading The black bull of Andalusia and other facts
Bodegas in Jerez – in the city that should be in heaven
Jerez. During the Moorish reign, the city was called Seris, the Spanish transformed it into Jerez and the British transformed it into Sherry. “The city of Jerez should be in heaven¨, said Victor Hugo about the experience of drinking Sherry. This unique wine region located in Andalusia, in the south of Spain, known as the … Continue reading Bodegas in Jerez – in the city that should be in heaven
Safari style interior designs – exotic every day
A while back, we wrote about Andalusian style interior design as well as Scandinavian and minimalistic designs. This time, we wanted to invite you to somewhere more exotic. Africa and its safari-style interior design. Safari-style indoors – exotic every day The style of safari trends every year. Just like in the fashion industry, although in … Continue reading Safari style interior designs – exotic every day
Málaga and Gothenburg Smart Tourism Cities Award 2020
European Capital of Smart Tourism Gothenburg and Málaga have been named as winners of the EU’s 2020 European Capital of Smart Tourism competition. Last year, The European Commission launched a new competition to award the title of European Capital of Smart Tourism to 2 European cities with the smartest, most innovative and inclusive approached to … Continue reading Málaga and Gothenburg Smart Tourism Cities Award 2020
Feng shui at home – two sides of the floor
The type, colour and quality of the floor is a very important element in our homes. It has a significant impact on the final appearance of the entire interior and its character. Not only that. According to feng shui, an ancient Chinese philosophy, it can also affect all spheres of our lives: love, health, harmony … Continue reading Feng shui at home – two sides of the floor
6 reasons for visiting Frigiliana during the Festival of 3 Cultures
Frigiliana is located in the eastmost part of the Axarquía region, overlooking the Mediterranean from the Natural Park of Sierras de Almijara. This charming white village offers one of the prettiest and most spectacular views of the Costa del Sol. It is one of the most historic villages in the province of Málaga. … Continue reading 6 reasons for visiting Frigiliana during the Festival of 3 Cultures
Tadao Ando – the Best Home in the World
Tadao Ando – architecture of light and cement When a Belgian entrepreneur Pierre Pringiers decided to build his house, he didn’t expect that one day it will be known as the best home in the world. When he asked his wife, the painter Saskia Pintelon, who her favourite architect was, without hesitation she replied: ¨Tadao … Continue reading Tadao Ando – the Best Home in the World
High ceilings – 6 ideas to get the wow effect
An apartment with high ceilings is a real treasure. Space begins to breathe, more natural light comes in. The positives can be multiplied indefinitely. Modern architecture perfectly knows the advantages of high ceilings. In the past, the rich decoration was obligatory, coffers, stuccoes or even frescoes covered the ceilings. Today we have full freedom! Especially if we … Continue reading High ceilings – 6 ideas to get the wow effect
Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature
Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature Cave homes in Andalusia are not very rare, although some villas definitely stand out. Casa del Acantilado is one of them. What attracts its attention is the undulating roof made of tiles that resemble a dragon’s skin. It turns out that this fairy-tale creature had become an … Continue reading Casa del Acantilado – Andalusian house blended in nature
The Art of Slow Living
The Slow Living movement is growing in strength. Slow living is the desire to change the killing pace. In the West, people who can do this are called millionaires of time. Slow life is a new quality of life – provided, however, that it is our conscious choice. By giving up the quantity, we focus … Continue reading The Art of Slow Living
The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita
The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita great mosque 850 columns made of granite, jasper and marble, 19 naves and the uniqueness of semi-darkness. All this makes an electrifying impression! Without any exaggeration, the Mezquita can be considered the most beautiful mosque ever made by the Arabs on the Iberian Peninsula. The Great Mosque of Cordoba … Continue reading The beauty of Córdoba’s Mezquita
Museum of Cars and Fashion – perfect marriage
If you are into old vehicles, we have something for you – the Automobile Museum of Málaga. Located in Tabacalera, the Automobile Museum of Málaga hosts a unique collection in the world that combines high standing vehicles and haute couture, where art, fashion and design meet in the same space. It’s where you can enjoy … Continue reading Museum of Cars and Fashion – perfect marriage
