Culture

Brief introduction...

Within Spanish history lies the Golden Age ("Siglo de Oro"), one of the most brilliant cultural periods in Spain.

It was a time of extraordinary literary, artistic and political flourishing. This period began in 1492, the year of Christopher Columbus’s first voyage to America and the publication of the first Castilian Grammar by Antonio de Nebrija.

The Golden Age ended in 1681, the year of the death of playwright Pedro Calderón de la Barca, as explained by the Lope de Vega House Museum, another of the great authors of this era.

Spain’s Golden Age represented the greatest literary and artistic flourishing in Spanish history, beginning with the Renaissance and concluding with the Baroque period, two very distinct artistic movements that shaped Spanish culture and literature.

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Madrid is not only experienced through its history and art, but also through unique cultural experiences.

The city offers a wide variety of shows, sports events and entertainment options for all tastes: from world-class musicals and flamenco performances, to the vibrant football atmosphere, and large leisure spaces for families and groups.

This section brings together the best cultural experiences in Madrid, combining culture, entertainment and emotion, all of which are part of the city’s daily life.