verbena

Spanish festival

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cultural life in Madrid

  • Madrid
    In Madrid: Cultural life

    The verbenas, special fiestas held in each quarter in honour of its patron saint, are regular public events, especially in warm weather, with San Isidro (mid-May) taking pride of place. The zarzuelas (light opera of mildly satirical flavour, indulging in topical comment and set by tradition…

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