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A new exhibition in Sevilla reveals the vast estates, palaces, and castles of the late Duchess de Alba and their wealth.

WITH an estimated wealth of €3.5 billion and more than 40 official titles, she was the world’s most noble aristocrat and one of Spain’s wealthiest.  The Duquesa de Alba’s vast holdings included over 40 estates, palaces, and castles, notably Palacio de Las Dueñas in Sevilla and Liria Palace in Madrid. She was able to travel all over Spain, without having …

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Benalmadena goes green for Costa del Sol’s biggest St Patrick’s Day 2026 celebrations

Benalmadena turns green for Costa del Sol’s biggest St Patrick’s Day celebrations 2026

Presi Aguilera & Terry McKinley are leading the march. Credit: Ayuntamiento de Benalmadena On Tuesday, 17th March, crowds of Benalmadena residents and visitors gathered at Arroyo de la Miel to celebrate St Patrick’s Day. The event was marked by a colourful parade in a festive atmosphere. Benalmadena internationals and nationals donned green clothing, some of which was silly, for the …

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Spain just broke six heat records in February, but the rest of Europe is experiencing one of its coldest winters for 14 years.

One of Europe’s coldest winters in 14 years, except in Spain, where February just broke 6 heat records

In February 2026, people in Spain enjoy terrace drinks as temperatures rise well above the seasonal averages. Credit: Shutterstock/Carlovis When you are looking for a way to improve your life, Copernicus Climate Change Service The global trend that pushed Europe towards one of its warmest winters ever confirmed by the data, but the reality on the ground is a tale of …

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