Sophia Nesterova
Theater expert and journalist, living between Benidorm and Tbilisi
Sophia Nesterova
Madrid in June 2026: Pope Leo XIV, BTS, Linkin Park, OneRepublic, and Free Museum Night
Ten events worth a trip to the Spanish capital — from a papal visit with 15 museums open free overnight, to Arkady Volodos at the Auditorio Nacional and live World Cup screenings on Plaza Colón
Madrid in May 2026: Eric Clapton, Bad Bunny, Salvador Dalí, and the City's Biggest Street Festival
From a thousand-drone show on Madrid Day and 40 years of contemporary dance to rare Dalí sculptures and a Star Wars fan exhibition — here's what's worth coming to Madrid for this May
Madrid in April: 10 Unmissable Events
From ancient religious processions and classical concerts to the world of Stranger Things and elite tennis—here is your ultimate guide to the Spanish capital this month
What’s on in Madrid this March: Top Picks
Hans Zimmer, Rosalia and many more in La Cotorra's selection
From Coast to Mountains: 15 Scenic Hiking Ideas Near Valencia
Some routes run along trails that aren’t shown on Google Maps, so we recommend installing a dedicated hiking app before you set off — for example, Organic Maps — where all the necessary paths are marked
Where you can throw snowballs, go skiing, or simply stroll along snow-covered streets in Spain
La Cotorra shares a selection of places where you can throw snowballs, go skiing, or simply stroll along snow-covered streets
Seven Contemporary Novels That Help to Understand the Spanish Mind
La Cotorra has selected a number of contemporary Spanish novels whose authors explore both present-day society and its difficulties, as well as Spain’s turbulent history with its wars, brutality, and the mysteries left behind by previous generations