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Time Out
11-07-2025
- Time Out
Catalonia Atocha
This stylish hotel has a furnished roof terrace with a seasonal plunge pool, bar and wonderful views of Madrid. Rooms include free Wi-Fi and flat-screen satellite TV. Atocha Train Station is 500 meters away. Hotel Catalonia Atocha is situated within 600 metres of the Reina Sofia and Prado Museums. The lively tapas bars of La Latina are a 10-minute walk away. Antón Martín Metro Station is just 50 metres from the hotel. The hotel's air-conditioned rooms are decorated in elegant light colours and have wooden floors. Each room has a minibar and a safe. Bathrooms come with a large shower. All hotel rooms have smart TVs, which are equipped with Chromecast app. The Catalonia Atocha offers a daily buffet breakfast, including local cured meats, cheese and pastries. Traditional Spanish cuisine is served in the restaurant, and there is also a snack bar.
NDTV
03-06-2025
- General
- NDTV
Planning A Trip To Spain? Start With These 5 Destinations
Thinking of travelling to Spain soon? You're going to love it. It's one of those places that just stay with you, the kind you'll want to visit again and again. From beautiful cities and amazing food to that lively, warm vibe, Spain really has it all. Whether you're wandering through art-filled streets in Madrid or chilling on the beaches in Valencia, there's something special around every corner. Here are 5 places you have to visit when you're there! What Are The Best Places To Visit In Spain? Here Are 5 Must-Visit Places: 1. Barcelona When we think of Spain, Barcelona is usually the first city that comes to mind. And why not? The city boasts stunning architecture, particularly the works of Antoni Gaudi, a vibrant nightlife and pristine beaches. The culinary offerings in Barcelona are equally delightful, making it a haven for food lovers. 2. Madrid Madrid is the capital city of Spain and attracts millions of tourists annually. It's a must-visit place for those who appreciate art, as the city is home to some of the best museums in the world. Some museums that you shouldn't miss visiting while in Madrid include the Prado, Reina Sofia and Thyssen-Bornemisza. 3. Seville Another city you cannot miss visiting in Spain is Seville. Located within the autonomous community of Andalusia, it offers some of the country's best food and music. Seville is particularly famous for flamenco - a traditional art form combining singing, dancing and instrumental music. Here, you can also get to witness grand palaces and Moorish architecture. 4. Valencia If you wish to explore the eastern coast of Spain, don't miss visiting Valencia. The city beautifully blends modern and traditional architecture and also has beautiful beaches. Overall, it has a vibrant vibe throughout the year as it holds several exciting festivals. Valencia is also considered to be the birthplace of Paella - a popular Spanish rice dish. 5. San Sebastian If you're a food enthusiast, San Sebastian is the place to be. This tiny seaside town offers world-class cuisine and is particularly famous for dishes like Basque Tapas and desserts like Basque cheesecake. Apart from food, the city's elegant Art Nouveau buildings and beaches further add to its charm and appeal. So, if you're planning a trip to Spain anytime soon, make sure to visit these places!
The Print
30-05-2025
- Politics
- The Print
EU recognised India's right to protect itself after ‘barbaric' Pahalgam attack—envoy on Op Sindoor
'On Operation Sindoor, the EU has stated very clearly what its position was. A few hours after the terrorist attack, there was a strong condemnation by the EU of this barbaric act. There were constant exchanges between the EU and India to keep each other informed about developments,' he said. The EU, Delphin said, also welcomes the cessation of hostilities between India and Pakistan and hopes for more stability in the region, Delphin added Thursday. Mumbai: The European Union's ambassador to India, Hervé Delphin, has emphasised that the 27-nation bloc, which has been looking to improve cooperation with India in defence and security, recognised India's right to protect and defend itself after the Pahalgam attack. The diplomat added, 'I would like to refer to what the EU has stated on the 8 May. There was a strong condemnation by the EU and recognition by the EU of the right of India to protect itself and to defend itself… we welcome the cessation of hostilities. We look forward to more stability in the region.' The ambassador spoke to reporters in Mumbai onboard the Reina Sofia, one of the two ships of the EU naval force's anti-piracy exercise, Operation Atalanta, on a port call in Mumbai. The Spanish ship Reina Sofia and the Italian ship Antonio Marceglia will participate in a joint naval exercise with ships of the Indian Navy in the Indian Ocean from 1 to 3 June. The ambassador, along with Rear Admiral Davide Da Pozzo, force commander of the EUNAVFOR Atalanta, also said the EU is looking to deepen its cooperation with India on the defence and maritime security sectors. Delphin said there was a new EU-India strategic agenda in the works within the EU that will set the base for negotiating a joint roadmap with India. 'On the EU's side, we will have a presentation in a few weeks on a new EU-India strategic agenda. That will set our basis for negotiating a joint roadmap in India. This should be endorsed by our leaders at the next EU-India summit in 2026,' Delphin said. The ambassador further said the EU is looking to widen and deepen cooperation with India across at least 50 sectors, with the defence and security dimension having been added to the list in 2021, calling it an area of 'impressive development'. 🇪🇺🤝🇮🇳 are set to conduct joint naval exercises in the #IndianOcean, focusing on counter-piracy operations, interoperability, tactical manoeuvres, & more! 🚢 🇪🇺 @EUNAVFOR frigates – 🇮🇹 Antonio MARCEGLIA and 🇪🇸 REINA SOFÍA – are in Mumbai to take part. — EU in India (@EU_in_India) May 29, 2025 He added that the maritime summit, the joint exercise and the talks across sectors show that there is action and the call for cooperation between the EU and India is not just political talk. Speaking to ThePrint, the ambassador said, there is potential for the cooperation to not just be seen in military operations, but also in the defence industries of both countries. 'Not only is India an importer of military, but it is also an exporter and producer. So I think this is where I would say both the dispensations of both sides and the defence industries have to find a way to cooperate. We are at the cusp of potentially developing such cooperation,' he said. He added that there will be further discussions on moving to a higher level in developing 'true partnerships' in defence and security. 'I really hope that by the next EU-India summit, there will be something concrete and announcements will be made,' he said. The next summit is likely to take place in late 2025. Better cooperation on India-EU maritime security Delphin said both the EU and India recognise each other as maritime security providers in the Indian Ocean, and it is in the common interests of both countries to develop cooperation at sea. 'About 30-40 percent of our imports and exports sail through the Indian ocean so free and open access in this channel is important for both the EU and India,' he said. 'Both India and EU share common interests and commitments to a free, open, inclusive, rule-based maritime order.' The joint exercise follows the fourth EU-India Maritime Security dialogue in March 2025, where, according to an EU statement, both sides emphasised cooperation on countering 'illicit maritime activities'. This was followed by EUNAVFOR ATALANTA Operation Commander, Vice Admiral Ignacio Villanueva Serrano's visit to India. On Thursday, speaking to reporters about the joint exercises, Rear Admiral Da Pozzo, 'We have coordination. We have some exercises, and having these exercises helps us know there is scope for improvement on working on the same means, channels, sharing information and so on.' Operation Atalanta was launched in 2008 to boost maritime security in the Western Indian Ocean and the Red Sea. Next week's joint exercise between the Indian Navy and EUNAVFOR ATALANTA will focus on advanced counter-piracy operations and better communication protocols. EUNAVFOR and the Indian Navy have held joint exercises in the past in the Gulf of Guinea and the Gulf of Aden. Moreover, EUNAVFOR ATALANTA warships deployed in the Indian Ocean have also conducted 'passing exercises' with the Indian Navy. Such an exercise involves two or more warships sailing alongside each other as a visual demonstration of coordination. (Edited by Sanya Mathur) Also Read: Estonia keen to collaborate with India on defence production, says Estonian foreign secretary
