MADRID MUSEUM
This European country will be the world's most visited destination by 2040
The tourism industry is poised for significant changes by 2040, with Spain projected to surpass France as the world's top destination. A study by Google and Deloitte forecasts emerging middle-class travelers from markets like China and India will boost Spain's ascent, due to its cultural richness, landscape diversity, and tourism investment.
Once-lost Caravaggio painting to go on display in Spain's El Prado
Caravaggio, who died in 1610 in his late thirties after a turbulent life, was a master of using the "chiaroscuro" technique of lighting to make his subjects seem to come alive.
Want to backpack alone? 5 tourist spots that are match-made for solo travellers!
A look at a few recommended destinations that are hassle-free, safe and, best of all, fun for women!
Rome unveils enormous 3D likeness of Emperor Constantine, the monarch who made Roman Empire Christian
Rome authorities on Tuesday unveiled a massive, 13-meter (yard) replica of the statue Constantine commissioned for himself after 312 AD. It was imagined using 3D modelling technology from scans of the nine giant original marble body parts that remain.
Paris climate activists hurl soup at "Mona Lisa" in protest for sustainable food
Climate activists from Riposte Alimentaire targeted the "Mona Lisa" in Paris, throwing soup to highlight the need for sustainable food. The incident, part of a global trend, questions security measures in major galleries. The A22 umbrella movement, including Riposte Alimentaire, reflects a growing global concern for environmental issues. As art becomes a canvas for activism, the clash between preserving art and addressing urgent issues is evident, emphasizing the delicate balance required.
Madrid museum may keep Pissarro painting looted by Nazis, US appeals court rules
Pissarro's 'Rue Saint Honore, apres midi, effet de pluie' ('Rue Saint Honore, Afternoon, Rain Effect'), depicting a Paris street scene, was stolen in 1939 from Lilly Neubauer, who was forced to sell it for 900 Reichsmarks ($360) to obtain a visa and flee Nazi Germany. She was never paid.
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Crafting heritage: Inside the 300-year-old royal tapestry factory of Spain
Discover the enduring legacy of Spain's Royal Tapestry Factory, an artisanal haven for over 300 years.
At Madrid's Prado museum, art lovers can have a rare rear-view look behind iconic paintings
About 100 works are on display in two rooms with black walls, including paintings on loan from 29 foreign museums and international collections such as the Van Gogh museum in Amsterdam and Boston's Museum of Fine Arts.
Spain seizes ancient gold jewellery stolen from Ukraine
Spanish police have seized gold artefacts worth over €60 million ($64 million) that were stolen from Ukraine and illegally taken out of the country. The 11 pieces, including necklaces, bracelets, and earrings, were smuggled out of Ukraine before 2016 and were going to be sold in Madrid. Three Spanish and two Ukrainian nationals, including an Orthodox Church priest, were arrested in connection with the operation. The artefacts, which date back to the 8th and 4th centuries BC, had forged documents to make it appear as if they belonged to the Ukrainian Orthodox Church.
Celebration Picasso 1973-2023: 6 must-see shows in the US & Europe
To mark the 50th anniversary of Pablo Picasso's death on April 8, the French and Spanish governments are jointly presenting exhibitions across Europe and America as part of Celebration Picasso 1973-2023.
A century of Surrealism on show at London Design Museum
Visitors are welcomed upon arrival by one of the most notorious depictions of the human psyche.
Upside Down, in your town! ‘Stranger Things 4’ takes over Gateway of India, Empire State building in run-up to premiere
'Stranger Things 4' has been split into two parts, with the first part coming out on May 27.
Madrid's iconic Paseo del Prado, Buen Retiro Park win World Heritage status
The Paseo is a wide tree-lined avenue that's home to prominent buildings such as the Prad o Museum.
Prado museum in Spain to highlight women artists, display variety of 19th-century art
After recent acquisitions, the museum now boasts works by 13 female painters out of a total of 130 artists.
Racing from Rome to Madrid in search of a lost Renaissance masterpiece by Caravaggio
The painting was due to go under the hammer with a starting price of just 1,500 euros.
A Caravaggio painting was up for auction at merely $1,800, but Spain govt slapped export ban
The 17th-century oil painting is believed to be a lost masterpiece by the Renaissance artist.
Ask the travel expert: What are the top countries to visit for vegetarians?
Thailand, Bali and Singapore are safe choices if you're concerned about easy availability of Indian food.
As Ronaldo turns 34, here are a few interesting facts about the soccer legend
He made his professional debut at 17 with Portugal's national team against Kazakhstan.
Bartolomé Esteban Murillo honoured with Google doodle on 400th birth anniversary
During the 18th and 19th century, Murillo became the most celebrated artist in Europe.
Developing interest among the uninformed is a challenge: Kiran Nadar
Delhi doesn't have a very interested art scenario unlike in Mumbai or Kolkata. Delhi has a large floating population and it takes time for interest in art to evolve.
Spanish authorities exhume remains of Dali for paternity test
Madrid, July 21 (IANS) The remains of Spanish artist Salvador Dali has been exhumed from a grave in his native city Figueres in compliance with a court order in a paternity case, an official said.
Spanish authorities exhume remains of Dali for paternity test
Madrid, July 21 (IANS) The remains of Spanish artist Salvador Dali has been exhumed from a grave in his native city Figueres in compliance with a court order in a paternity case, an official said.
Air India can survive disinvestment and emerge even stronger
With a very wide reach to every nook and corner of the country and also many parts of the globe, the airline often steps much beyond the routine call of duty .
A shopaholic's dream: Head to the Spanish capital and get everything you ever desired
Madrid offers everything under the sun, all you need is patience and eagerness to shop.
How to plan your trip to Spain if you are a time-strapped traveller
With its architecture, rich culture and sumptuous cuisine, Spain has a lot to offer to discerning travellers.
Madrid's PHotoEspana: A must for amateur photographers
The event did not restrict itself to just displays; there was plenty for people to do to, making it a true tourist draw.
Museum hopping: Louvre at Paris and Prado in Madrid pilgrimages for art lover
No lesser illuminaries than Cervantes, Goya, Velazquez, and Picasso had fallen in love with the cobbled lanes of Madrid that inspired their creations.
Incredible Iberia: Sunny Spain and Portugal
Tanushree Podder could hardly catch her breath as she took in the magnificent monuments, museums, parks and cuisine of sunny, sunny Spain and Portugal.
Madrid city highest capital in Europe
Hugh & Colleen Gantzer found the sheer energy of the Madrilenos as fascinating as their city. They were enchanted by Spanish capital’s history, architecture, culture and cuisine.
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