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2013 Madrid San Isidro Festival Preview

Yesterday, the 10th of May, was the official start of the 10-day 2013 Madrid San Isidro Festival and it lasts until the 19th of May. The 15th of May is THE BIG DAY, San Isidro Labrador Day, Madrid’s Patron Saint, … Continue reading

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2011 San Isidro Festival in Madrid

Another Fiesta de San Isidro has come and gone and was mostly a success. This is, by far, my favorite Madrid festival. It is, afterall, a celebration of Madrid’s Patron Saint, San Isidro Labrador, and lasted from 11 May to … Continue reading

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Madrid: Fiestas de la Paloma 2009

The annual August Fiestas de la Paloma takes place in the area of downtown Madrid known as “Madrid de los Austrias“, and more specifically around the Plaza de la Paja, Las Vistillas with views of the Almudena Cathedral, the Calle … Continue reading

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2008 San Isidro: Madrid Patron Saint Celebration

2008’s San Isidro is upon us here in Madrid, Spain. The official day for San Isidro, Madrid’s patron saint, is 15 May but San Isidro Events are planned for an entire month. Thursday, May 15th, is THE day. The “Pradera … Continue reading

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