After in 2016 Homeland become an extraordinary success, every Fernando Aramburu’s book launch is a must attend event. In his last novel, El Niño, he takes a tragic event happened in the Basque Country in the eighties —the death of fifty children in an accidental explosion— to analyse the effect of grief on a family. Different strategies for coping with grief that everyone can relate to.

Your last work, El Niño, begins with the explosion that took the lives of fifty children in Ortuella. What did you see in this tragedy to save it from oblivion?

Villafranca del Bierzo and Santiago de Compostela hold the XXVIII Edades del Hombre Exhibition, a cultural project with more than thirty years that started in Castilla y León and highlights the cultural wealth of the largest Spanish region.

Spain has a host of wonderful villages. And it’s not just us who say so, the World Tourism Organisation (UNWTO) itself has published a list of the best rural areas around the world. Each country could present three proposals for recognition. In Spain’s case, all of the candidates were awarded. Guadelupe, Rupit y Pruït and Alquézar are now among the world’s best villages for tourism. Would you like to know what makes them so special? Keep reading.

THE SPANISH TOWN FAMOUS FOR ITS CULTURAL AND ARCHITECTURAL BEAUTY: GUADALUPE

Napoleon Bonaparte is once again more fashionable than ever thanks to Ridley Scott's film that revisits the life of the former French emperor. The life of this famous character is marked by his conquests and his historical relevance. Will you join us on a journey through some of the places linked to this leading figure? The truth is that some of our brand's establishments were witness to the protagonist's exploits. The War of Independence between France and Spain took place in some of our castles. Are you ready to travel back in time?

The Parador de la Granja is one of the jewels of the Parador network. Its original conception as a home for the servants of the sons of Carlos III, Don Gabriel and Don Antonio, gave rise to an imposing building more than 200 metres long. But if you cross the threshold, you will realise that its beauty is not limited to the exterior. In addition to its spacious and bright rooms that invite you to relax, there are three courtyards that hide a striking secret.

The Escorial in Burgos, which dazzled kings, writers and an emperor. A palatial refuge that will amaze you with its marvellous collection of art.

Summer nights in Spain are full of magic. As well as being the most pleasant time of the day when the heat is at its peak, our country has a bustling night-time atmosphere. Night owls can enjoy the beautiful sights in many cities and towns thanks to the fading lights of dusk. If you feel inspired rather than disoriented by the dark, here are a few suggestions for enjoying night time from Parador to Parador.

BOOK AT YOUR FAVOURITE PARADOR

There’s more to summer than just going to the beach, it’s also a time when you can enjoy a real spectacle for the senses thanks to the lavender fields. Relax by strolling alongside this scenic delight, close your eyes and appreciate its iconic relaxing aroma and, of course, take in one of the greatest treasures to be found in rural Spain. In this article, we suggest five top destinations. Remember: in July and August the lavender fields are at their most splendid.

HAVE FUN WITH THE LAVENDER FESTIVAL AT THE PARADOR IN SIGÜENZA

Fancy a trip to see one of the most impressive monuments of Catalan architecture? A spectacular ensemble that you cannot possibly envisage until you are inside? La Seu Vella will capture your heart. Just walking around and seeing this architectural marvel with its well-kept surroundings will transport you back to the time when it was built. What's more, if you stay at the Parador de Lleida, you can get there easily, as it's only a 4-minute drive or a 10-minute walk away.