Culture of Spain

Sure you know. He is the author of «Don Quixote,» but not only wrote a book of stories, his own life was an adventure. Born in Alcalá de Henares (Madrid) in 1547. His father was a surgeon. He lived in several Spanish cities. 

The Prado Museum is undoubtedly the most famous Spanish museum. It contains paintings, sculpture, like decorative art collections (including the famous dolphin Treasury dinnerware). Today the Prado Museum has a unique collection of Spanish painting.

The tango is a dance that Argentina went crazy people throughout its history, from Carlos Gardel to Astor Piazzola. It brings together elements from many cultures, like Argentina brings people of many nations. At the same time is typically porteño.

The first written texts dating from the tenth century Castilian Its authors were young monks who learned Latin.

The bullfight is above all a celebration. It is celebrated since ancient times and during its history has changed considerably. It confrontation between the bull and the bullfighter had a symbolic meaning, as it was perceived as a wild, strong and aggressive struggle between man and death.