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Archives December 2008
If we had to choose one word to define Christmas in Madrid, that would be fiesta;
even though there are of course many others such as non-stop fun,
bright streets, celebration... Christmas in Madrid is not to be missed! When December rolls around, the city gets ready to shed its regular image and become even more dynamic and sparkly, and the number of leisure and culture offers multiplies infinitely.
Everything kicks off when the lights are switched on, illuminating the city until the beginning of January. Once again, this year prestigious designers and architects will be in charge of "dressing" the city. This time, new ideas come from David Delfín, who suggests using simple, dynamic designs for Calle Jorge Juan; Oscar Mariné, who reflects on the tranquillity and silence of the Gran Vía; and Teresa Sapey, who, among others, will be in charge of filling Plaza de Tirso de Molina with eyes which open and close.
Once more the city will boast designs by artists such as Ágatha Ruiz de la Prada, Juan Duyos and Elio Berhanyer, who are also responsible for the huge fir trees dotted around the city, including the one by Devota & Lomba, a centre piece in the Puerta del Sol.
It´s one of the main centers
for nightlife and has a number of restaurants. This area is located
between Paseo del Prado and Calle Atocha. There are innumerable places
to stay here as the apartments for short term.
It's a popular area for foreigners to go out, but also for the 'not so young locals' (between 25 and 35) who may feel a bit old for Malasaña. There are also many theaters and it's quite common to retire to the bars nearby after performances. Plaza de Santa Ana is a common meeting point in the area since many bars there have made seating available outdoors - the square itself is also quite attractive. Bars here are small and are a bit crowded, but they're usually good fun. There are a couple of places are quite famous for their jazz concerts in this area. The traditional wine and tapas stops are well worth a visit.
The most outstanding figures of the Spanish and international
electronic arena will attend the first great music event of 2009 in
Madrid. More than twelve hours dancing and listening to the best sets
and sounds by a great team.After 14 years of offering the best in club culture, Space of Sound has consolidated its position as one of the best high quality choices in the country. In another matinee session on 1 January 2009 it will once again present its greatest show at the third Space of Sound festival.
The 2008 line-up comprises Richie Hawtin, John Digweed, Tiga, 2 Many Djs, Matthew Decay, one of the favourite and best-received DJs in Madrid in recent years, Michel de Hey, Saint Pauli, Maral Salmassi, Óscar de Rivera, Álvaro Espinosa, Iordee, David Berna, Lydia Sanz, José González, Karretero, Txetxu, Drugwork, Serious Beat, Tony Reche, Sr. Monio and Miguel Payda.
