Talavera: World Heritage Ceramics

Talavera: World Heritage Ceramics

In the fertile plains of Castile-La Mancha in northwestern Spain, Talavera de la Reina has been renowned for its beautiful ceramics for centuries. Today, the ceramics of Talavera have even been designated by UNESCO as intangible cultural heritage. And as the biggest...
Iberian ham: The taste of Spain

Iberian ham: The taste of Spain

Spain’s cuisine is recognized around the world for its high-quality ingredients and the endless diversity of dishes that can be prepared with them. Each region offers its own local specialties, and some of them have become iconic of Spain – for example, paella,...
The sweet treats of Semana Santa

The sweet treats of Semana Santa

Each year during Semana Santa (Easter week), Spain is completely transformed. All day and night, the streets of cities and towns are filled with beating drums, bright masses of flowers, parades of religious sculpture, and an intensely moving atmosphere. It can be hard...