A dew-drop on the grid-iron plain: Laurie Lee in Madrid
Laurie Lee’s first visit to Madrid in 1935 captures a city that has changed in many ways, but retains an atmosphere he may well have recognised today.
Conquerors and Quesos: Tourism in Trujillo
Both cheese and conquistadors are on the menu in Extremadura – tuck in to find out more!
The Aguas of Aragón
In the heart of Aragón, lies a thermal spa town, enjoyed by visitors for over 2000 years.
Go Fish! The Burial of the Sardine
The fishy tradition of Madrid’s Burial of the Sardine Procession.
Mogarraz: Portraits of a Pueblo
Find out about the 800 painted portraits that decorate the medieval Spanish village of Mogarraz, that have become a tourist attraction.
Málaga: A (sort of) river runs through it
Why is Málaga’s Guadalmedina river such an eyesore and what are the plans to make it more attractive for walkers and visitors.
La Alberca: A portal to the past
The medieval town of La Alberca has a lot of history in its decorative doorways.
Welcome to Confused Heap of Facts!
Introduction to the history blog Confused Heap of Facts.
Belmonte and the Ruta de Quixote
The medieval town of Belmonte and its links with Cervantes’ Spanish literary classic: Don Quixote.