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In This Issue LIFESTYLE
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Around the Island Buenavista del Norte
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Island Experiences Barranco del Infierno
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Healthy Living Water: The Beverage Your Body Needs Most Health Matters How to Have Great Skin Simple Spanish Style Cuisine A Taste of the Islands: Caldereta de Pescado Sancocho Canario
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Fashion Scottish Fashion Awards 2010 in association with VOGUE.com
REGULARS 64
Monthly Horoscope
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The Birthday File
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Famous Days in Spanish History
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August 2010 ART 37
Marlene Tseng Yu Exhibition in Santa Cruz ENTERTAINMENT
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Rock Story at the Exit Palace
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BOOKS 41
Tenerife Bus & Touring Map MUSIC
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Shakira : She Wolf FEATURES
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Tenerife Tourist Map
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Places of interest in Tenerife
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*Los Cristianos - Las Americas - Fa単abe *Las Galletas - Costa del Silencio *Golf del Sur - Los Abrigos Las Chafiras *Los Gigantes - Puerto Santiago - Playa de la Arena
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Choosing the Right Colour Scheme BUSINESS
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Business Directory
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The Borough of Buenavista del Norte is situated on the North West tip of Tenerife.
It consists of Buenavista, El Palmar, Los Portelas and Teno Alto interspersed with flat plains of banana plantations and fruit orchards and deep valleys with almost inaccessible coves. About 85% of Buenavista del Norte is protected by the Natural Areas Act and the area provides more than 70% of the Teno Rural Park. The enormous flat lands scored by ragged, deep ravines, fill the whole area with astounding natural beauty.
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It was a land admired so much by both the conquerors and settlers they named it "beautiful view" (Buenavista). As soon as the settlement of Tenerife started in the early 16th Century the area of Buenavista del Norte started to take shape with the arrival of a considerable amount of people attracted by the prosperity of the existing landowners' sugar cane plantations.
These early settlers suffered many hardships. Pirate attacks on the coastal area settlements by both English and Barbary pirates were a frequent occurrence throughout the 17th Century and in 1659 the area was devastated by a massive swarm of locusts. As the locusts ate their way through everything they could, the Mayor, second lieutenant Hernando Yanes MĂŠndez, gathered all the local people to pray to the figure of La
Virgen de los Remedios and beg her to rid them of the plague. According to history their prayers were answered and ever since then the whole area has worshipped the figure of La Virgen. They soon built themselves a parish church devoted to Nuestra SeĂąora de los Remedios in the village of Buenavista as well as eight smaller churches scattered all over the extensive area.
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However, bad fortune visited Buenavista again on June 22nd 1996 when the celebrated Church of Nuestra Se単ora de los Remedios was almost completely destroyed by fire and with it also went a loss of extraordinary artistic heritage that included reredos (screens and decoration behind the altar, depicting religious scenes), coloured Mudegor panelling and wood carvings of incalculable artistic and spiritual value. The people of Buenavista have been working ever since to have the church rebuilt. Buenavista is one the few towns on the island that has a Foundational Charter dated 1513. It has written records that go back to August 1516 and on the 9th September 1996 the town was granted the prestigious title of "muy honorable villa" (Highly Honourable Town).
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Buenavista del Norte translated as “Beautiful view in the North� Today the town of Buenavista is one of the few remaining areas of Tenerife that does not in any way cater to the tourist. It is true traditional Canaria. A small town, rich with classic Spanish style houses and traditional taverna's lining rough, uneven streets, Buenavista is an old town with a lot of character that is definitely a step back in time.
Much of the coastal areas of Buenavista del Norte consists of Teno Bajo and Punto del Teno. Follow the coastal road from Buenavista, away from the direction of Icod, alongside sheer drops into an aquamarine sea on one side and the towering mountainside looming overhead on the other, through roughly hewn tunnels dug into the rock face until you reach the roads end and you have come to Punta de Teno.
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Punto de Teno is Tenerifes most Northern tip and offers impressive volcanic rock structures and spectacular views of the sea and the mountains of Los Gigantes. If its beauty, colourful waters, rich vegetation and awe inspiring volcanic coves do not impress you then a trip through this rugged landscape, if only to visit the solitary lighthouse situated at the very tip of the island is a must. Buenavista del Norte (beautiful view in the North) earned its name many centuries ago but it has firmly kept its right to it.
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LIFESTYLE Barranco del Infierno The rugged volcanic island terrain of Tenerife makes it a haven for hikers and walkers. With an extensive network of sign posted tourist trails all over the island offering guided and self guided walks there is a walk to suit everyone - young or old, fit or not. The Barranco del Infierno is one of the easiest, most popular and interesting walks in the south of Tenerife. Directly translated as Hells Gorge it is anything but, and is instead a beautiful ravine which takes its name from the stream that passes through it, one of the few permanent streams in the south. This stream starts at over 2,000m and continues down to the sea and the waterfall it creates at the end of the walk is what makes the Barranco del Infierno so popular.
The canyon itself is the deepest in the Canary Islands although the path you take is easy to follow and fairly flat with only one or two steep sections and you only gain an altitude of around 300m throughout the walk. You start at the end of Los Molinos street in Adeje and actually follow a track that has been in use for thousands of years, in turn, by Guanche shepherds, goat herders and "Canaleros" who are the people who are in charge of the water irrigation channels. The beginning of the walk starts with a mild slope through dry surroundings, where you can see the traditional bee hives still in use today. Further along, the path becomes narrower and the scenery becomes dramatically more lush and green. About 2km from the beginning you reach the Cuevas Del Marques at a height of 455m. These caves are quite high up in the rock face and many of them were used centuries ago as burial caves and Guanche mummies have been discovered in them. Halfway along the walk you can take a break alongside a small rivulet whose gentle banks are shrouded by patterns of reeds.
LIFESTYLE The final part of the walk takes you deep within the dark, cool bed of the ravine. You pass through the middle of a thick, dense copse of willow groves and chestnut trees that have formed a natural tunnel that takes you to the cascade.
At wetter times of the year three cascades fall from a height of around 560m into a small natural pool. At other times of the year only one cascade survives the drought. To return you have to follow the path back.
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The Barranco del Infierno has become a walkers paradise as the entire walk there and back does not take more than around three hours and the path is clearly marked and not difficult at all. They only allow 200 visitors into the gorge per day so either book in advance on 922 782 885 or get there early to ensure a place at some point during the day. Access for groups over 12 people has to be booked in advance. Visitors are allowed in from between 8.20am to 5.30pm although the latest entry time is 4.00pm and the price is just â‚Ź3 per person with free entry to children under the age of 12.
You are only allowed in with suitable footwear such as trainers or walking shoes and be aware that the ravine will remain closed for safety reasons it if rains early in the morning or the weather conditions are not suitable for walking the trail or enjoying your visit.
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Drinking Water to Maintain Good Health Not just in the summer but all year round . . .
“many people do not know how much water they really need during a day�
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LIFESTYLE When we were at school, we learned that each molecule of water is made up of two hydrogen atoms and one oxygen atom. What we really didn't learn, however, was how much water we needed in order to be healthy human beings. Why We Need to Drink Water Our bodies are estimated to be about 60 to 70% water. Blood is mostly water, and our muscles, lungs, and brain all contain a lot of water. We need to drink water because water is needed to regulate body temperature and to provide the means for nutrients to travel to all our organs. Water also transports oxygen to our cells, removes waste, and protects our joints and organs.
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Signs of Dehydration We lose water through urination, respiration, and by sweating. If you are very active, you lose more water than if you are sedentary. Diuretics such as caffeine and alcohol result in the need to drink more water because they trick our bodies into thinking we have more water than we need. Symptoms of mild dehydration include chronic pains in joints and muscles,lower back pain, headaches, and constipation. A strong odor to your urine, along with a yellow or amber color indicates that you are not getting enough water. (Note that riboflavin, a B Vitamin, will make your urine bright yellow.) Thirst is an obvious sign of dehydration and in fact, you need water long before you feel thirsty.
Drinking Water to Maintain Good Health
How Much Water do we Need to Drink? A good estimate is to take your body weight in pounds and divide that number in half. That gives you the number of ounces of water per day that you need to drink. For example, if you weigh 160 pounds, you should drink at least 80 ounces of water per day. If you exercise you should drink another 8 ounce glass of water for every 20 minutes you are active. If you drink coffee or alcohol, you should drink at least an equal amount of water. When you are traveling on an airplane, it is good to drink 8 ounces of water for every hour you are on board the plane. If you live in an arid climate, you should add another 2 servings per day. As you can see, your daily need for water can add up to quite a lot. The best source of water is plain, pure drinking water. Sodas have a lot of sugar in them and aren't a good source, so if you drink them, they don't count towards your daily amount. Herbal teas that aren't diuretic are fine. Sports drinks contain electrolytes and may be beneficial, just look out for added sugar and calories that you don't need.
Carry A Water Bottle It may be difficult to drink enough water on a busy day. Be sure you have water handy at all times by keeping a bottle for water with you when you are working, traveling, or exercising. If you get bored with plain water, add a bit of lemon or lime for a touch of flavor. There are some brands of flavoured water available, but some of them have sugar or artificial sweeteners which you don't need.
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LIFESTYLE How To Have Great Skin Good health is first noticed on the outside of your body with glowing, clear skin and silky, shiny hair. Great skin is something that nearly everyone can achieve. Firstly be aware that your skin is affected not only by your genes and by your inner nutrition, what you eat and drink, how much you exercise and your general and emotional health and well being but also by how well you take care of it with cleansers and moisturisers. While you can not alter your genes, it is possible to improve your skin by making the necessary adjustments in the areas that you can influence. A healthy diet and regular exercise is recommended for your general good health anyway and will improve your skin tone, but there are a few other ways to ensure good glowing skin.
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If you want your skin to look and feel great, careful cleansing is very important. This should be done first thing in the morning and last thing at night to remove pore-clogging dirt. It's a careful balance that you need to find, if you don't cleanse enough you could find yourself prone to spots and if you cleanse too often you could be stripping away essential oils and be susceptible to dry skin or even eczema. Understanding your skin type (normal, dry or oily) and using a cleanser to match is the best foundation for great looking skin. Remember to rinse your face with warm water after using a cleanser, as any residue will continue to work on the skin and dry it out if not completely removed.
Many people recommend just soap and water but the problem is that soap is not very good at removing makeup because it does not contain enough oils to dissolve the staying power that most cosmetics have today. Also, some soaps can be very drying on your skin and may wash away essential oils. Another reason not to use soap is that it is not matched to the natural balance of our skin as soap is generally alkaline, whilst skin is naturally acidic.
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Great Skin The second step to great outer nutrition for your skin is to tone. Toners are designed to remove any last traces of cleanser, while also helping to tighten and refine pores and prevent the build-up of dead skin cells. After toning, your skin should feel and look revitalised, refreshed and ready to be moisturised. Again you will need to apply a toner that matches your skin type.
The third foundation step is to apply moisturiser to help restore the moisture loss caused by the drying effects of sunlight, central heating, wind, cold and pollution. A good daytime moisturiser would contain a sunscreen and will be easily absorbed into the skin. At night you should use a richer, more nourishing cream, as this is when your skin more readily absorbs moisture. 24
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Despite the plethora of products on the market and the myriad of additives they profess to contain, the most important ingredient of any moisturiser is water. Moisturisers are basically oil and water emulsions which contain a humectant (a substance added to another to make it moist), which attracts water and helps 'fix' it in the upper layers of your skin.
Moisture that is lost from the skin needs to be replaced quickly so that the surface of the skin is kept soft and smooth. The living cells in the layers of your skin need water so that they will not shrivel up and die. A moisturiser can protect the skin by providing a barrier between the skin and the external environment as well as preventing the loss of moisture from the deeper layers of the skin. Moisturisers are particularly recommended for people with dry skin but everyone, even those with oily skin, can benefit from using a moisturiser, you simply need to ensure that you choose the correct moisturiser for your skin type. People with oily skin should choose a moisturiser that hydrates their skin whilst helping to absorb any excess oil.
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LIFESTYLE A taste of the islands If you live in the Canary Islands and are a lover of fish then you are in your element. The waters around Tenerife are teaming with various types of eels and fish and any restaurant worth its salt has fresh fish on its daily menu. The traditional fish meals of the Canary Islands are Caldereta which is a type of fish stew and Sancocho Canario which is the most typical of all Canary dishes, a salted fish and potato stew served with papas arrugadas, gofio and mojo sauce. If you don't fancy going out to the restaurants all the time, here are some simple ways to make these delicious and healthy meals at home.
'Caldereta de pescado' (fish stew) Ingredients: Oil 1 medium onion 1 garlic Parsley Chopped tomato Lobster Small crabs Rock fish Paprika 1 glass of cognac 1 glass of white wine
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Simple Spanish Style Cuisine Caldereta de Pescado
Preparation Wash the rock fish, sprinkle some salt on it and lightly flour it so that it does not fall apart while cooking. Place the onion, garlic, parsley and finely chopped tomato to cook with the oil in an earthenware dish.
Keep a large metal lid nearby to cover the dish in case your flambé gets out of hand. Never pour alcohol from a bottle into a pan that is near an open flame (the flame can follow the stream of alcohol into the bottle and cause it to explode).
Before the onion begins to brown, add the chopped lobster and small crabs and the cognac. When it has heated, flambé and wait for the flames to go out. Flambéing is igniting a warmed alcohol that has been poured over food. The actual reason for flambéing is to add the flavour of the alcohol to the foods, without actually adding any alcohol.
It must be heated until just warm, and is done when you see vapours rise from the liquid. Do not overheat the alcohol, or it will evaporate, and it will not flambé. Once you can see the vapours rising from the alcohol, ignite them in the pan or scoop some of the warm liquid into a ladle and then ignite. (Lighting the liquid in the ladle works best). They will only ignite if the alcohol is warm enough or the alcohol has not evaporated.
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LIFESTYLE Ignite with a long match. Always ignite the fumes and not the liquid itself. Never lean over the dish or pan as you light the fumes.
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Let cook until flame disappears (at this point all alcohol has burned off). If you want to retain some of the alcohol flavour, cover flaming dish to extinguish flames or add additional wine or stock. Then add the white wine and the rock fish. Add a pinch of pepper and leave to cook for half an hour.
This one takes a lot longer to prepare but is well worth it when you taste it.
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Simple Spanish Style Cuisine Sancocho Canario
Sancocho Canario Preparation Firstly desalt the fish by soaking it in water for at least a day, changing the water a minimum of 2 or 3 times. Place the thickly-cut potatoes and sweet potatoes in a pan and cover them with water. Put the pan on to heat. When the potatoes are almost ready, introduce the fish already desalted, cut into big pieces and cook it for ten minutes maximum so it does not break up into pieces. Drain the water and put to one side. Presentation The fish, potatoes and the sweet potatoes are served in a dish and they are accompanied by the spicy Mojo sauce and the roasted maize meal cakes.
Ingredients for 4 people: 1 kg of salted wreckfish 1kg of potatoes 陆 kg of yellow sweet potatoes. Olive oil Parsley For the 'gofio' or dough: Roasted maize meal Salt Sugar Water 'Mojo pic贸n': 1 head of garlic Cumin Paprika 1 ripe tomato 1 hot pepper Salt Oil Vinegar Water Note: the gofio and the mojo picon can easily be bought ready made in most Spanish supermarkets and are just as tasty. For the gofio, mix ingredients together and bake. For the Mojo Picon mix ingredients together in a blender and serve cold. Essential Tenerife
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Nathalie Colin - Creative Director of Swarovski with models wearing Swarovski Scotland's top fashion talent was honoured at the country's most glamorous red carpet event. The fashion world's front row players and A-List celebs alike left LA, London, New York, Paris and Milan for the night and gathered in Glasgow for the fifth anniversary Scottish Fashion Awards in association with Vogue.com. The presence of the great and good of the fashion world once again confirmed the Awards as a globally recognised and revered 'tartan' carpet event, and indeed it is now a fixture on Swarovski's Official Red Carpet Calendar alongside the Oscars, Golden Globes and Cannes Film Festival. Samantha Cameron, wife of the British Prime Minister David Cameron MP, recorded a special congratulatory message, which was screened to guests during the awards ceremony.
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Celebs including chart-topper Diana Vickers, supermodel Jade Parfitt, Paolo Nutini, international pop star Gabriella Cilmi, supermodel David Gandy who flew in from Milan, and a host of other names including Amanda Wakeley, Jonathan Saunders, Graeme Black, Antonio Berardi, Markus Lupfer, Peter Jensen, Nick Ede, John Amabile, John Michie, Atta Yaqub, Jean Johansson, Graeme Armour, Holly Fulton and Louise Gray paraded on the tartan carpet outside the stunning titanium silhouette of the Glasgow Science Centre. Global fashion industry high-flyers and esteemed judges such as, Dolly Jones Editor of Vogue.com, Hilary Alexander Fashion Director of The Daily Telegraph, Paula Reed Style Director Grazia and Brian Duffy President of Ralph Lauren Europe, were all in attendance to see the cream of the homegrown crop honoured for their achievements in the international fashion industry.
FASHION The Oscars of Scottisf Fashion celebrate a triumphant night for the industry as the winners take to the tartan carpet at the Glasgow Science Centre
Brian Duffy said: It is great to be back in Scotland for such an auspicious and indeed very glamorous occasion. I am thoroughly impressed at the caliber of this year's nominees from the textile brands to designers and up and coming talent. The Scottish Fashion Awards provide an important and now international platform for nurturing creative and innovative fashion talents from Scotland. These kind of opportunities are invaluable to up and coming young brands. Being from Glasgow myself, it's incredible see such a diverse range of innovators hailing from Scotland. I was delighted to be part of it as my role as a judge."
Nathalie Colin said: "Joining the jury as Creative Director of Swarovski has been a real honour for me and a responsibility I was delighted to fulfill. Swarovski has always been supportive of emerging talent of which there has been an abundance of this evening, I have been totally impressed by the immense creative talent from the nominees and of course the worthy winners. As we have added the Scottish Fashion Awards to our red carpet calendar it was only fitting that we created a few unique pieces especially for this evening - a Saltire encrusted Kiosque bag, which is one of our Iconic products and a Saltire Nirvana Ring. Having witnessed the glamour and sophistication on the tartan carpet at this wonderful event in Glasgow the Saltire Kiosque bag and Nirvana ring is a perfect homage to the 5th anniversary.
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FASHION Hosted by MTV presenter Laura Whitmore, the event included a VIP dinner and the spectacular runway show from Swarovski. Paris based Nathalie Colin, Creative Director of Swarovski, styled the show, which was its premiere in Europe - quite a coup for this Scottish event. Guests were also treated to a performance from new Scottish pop sensation Alex Gardner at the Galaxy after show party, where they danced until the early hours. Official Sponsors including Swarovski, Bobbi Brown, Toni&Guy, M&S and Mercedes-Benz ensured the event played out in suitable style. With Scotland firmly on the global fashion map, there was a wealth of talent on display from the nominees, who included Scotland's catwalk kings Graeme Black and Jonathan Saunders; rising stars Holly Fulton, Louise Gray and Rachel Barrett; accessories designers Keira Thorley and Bebaroque; legends like Pam Hogg; and home-grown beauty, model Lisa Omand who took the Scottish Model of the Year crown. MTV’s Laura Whitmore
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The difficult task of crowning the winners came down to a panel of judges made up of the fashion world's most influential figures. Panel of Judges: · · · · · · · · · · ·
Dolly Jones - Editor of Vogue.com Nathalie Colin - Creative Director of Swarovski Hilary Alexander - Fashion Director of The Daily Telegraph Lucy Yeomans - Editor of Harpers Bazaar Amanda Wakeley - Designer Paula Reed - Style Director of Grazia Brian Duffy - President of Ralph Lauren Europe Professor Wendy Dagworthy Head of Fashion and Textiles at RCA, London Brigitte Stepputis - Head of Couture at Vivienne Westwood Richard Walker - Acting Editor in Chief of Herald Group Tessa Hartmann - Founder and Producer of The Scottish Fashion Awards and co-founder of The Scottish Fashion Council
Diana Vickers
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Scottish Designer of the Year - sponsored by Vogue.com JONATHAN SAUNDERS Scottish Young Designer of the Year - sponsored by Glasgow: Scotland with Style - HOLLY FULTON Scottish Textile Brand of the Year - sponsored by The Herald ANGELA CASSIDY Scottish Accessory Designer of the Year - sponsored by Swarovski - WILLIAM CHAMBERS Scottish Fashion Icon - sponsored by Galaxy Radio PAOLO NUTINI Scottish Communicator of the Year - sponsored by Glasgow Airport - EILIDH MCASKILL Scottish Model of the Year - sponsored by Toni & Guy LISA OMOND Scottish Retailer of the Year - sponsored by Forth Wines CRUISE Scotland's New Face - sponsored by Boohoo.com TERRI MCGLONE Scottish Graduate of the Year - sponsored by Marks & Spencer JETT SWEENEY International Designer of the Year (for use of a Scottish fabric) sponsored by Mercedes Benz West of Scotland MARKUS LUPFER Scottish Hall of Fame 2010 - sponsored by Hotel Du Vin MALCOLM EDWARDS (session hair stylist)
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Iconic doll Barbie also made an appearance in the table centrepiece at the gala VIP dinner in a commissioned Saltire evening gown, courtesy of Mattel. These were auctioned off to raise money for the Princes Trust in Scotland. Tessa Hartmann founder and producer said: "Tonight the Scottish Fashion Awards have once more proudly showcased and celebrated the best of the country's fashion talent, talent that can be seen taking over the industry all over the world, in every role - from models to designers, photographers, hair stylists, textile designers, and more. The event has proved yet again that Scotland's so-called 'fashion moment' is in fact no such thing - Scots are ruling the runways and they're not going anywhere. I am extremely grateful to all our sponsors and international guests for supporting this special anniversary year. Scotland has never seen so much glamour in one night - that's for sure!" Essential Tenerife
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Solo exhibition of famous US artist Marlene Tseng Yu in Santa Cruz de Tenerife
The famous New York based taiwanese artist Marlene Tseng Yu is exhibiting her works at the Centro de Arte La Recova in Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Opening is on 6th of August 2010 at 20:30h. The exhibition will be opened by the Mayor of Santa Cruz de Tenerife – Mr. Miguel Zerolo. Enclosed invitation (in spanish)
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Marlene Tseng Yu lives and works in New York and has been exhibited in numerous international venues such as the National Museum in Beijing, Shanghai Museum, Museum of Art in Las Vegas and National Gallery in Prague. Marlene Tseng Yu is the founder and curator of the Rainforest Foundation Art "New York, whose purpose is to enhance the care, appreciation, and preservation of ecosystems and forests of the land through various forms of artistic expression.
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Contact Us On 922 72 43 43 For A VIANA SHOW Near You
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Previously held at the Metropolitan in Fañabé, Rock Story has now moved to a new location at the Exit Palace, San Eugenio, Las Americas. As if that wasn’t enough, the new show is even bigger and better than before. Viana Shows, in association with the owners of Exit Palace, have taken the original show, which combines the music of Queen, Pink Floyd and Abba in the form of tribute acts, and elevated it to a new level. The performances are truly fantastic and extremely professional, and with the addition of an amazing dance troupe, high trapeze artist and spectacular tumblers, together with great lasers and special effects, this show is a “must see”. All over Tenerife you will see the posters advertising the new Rock Story, held three nights per week on Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday evenings, but until you actually see the show, you will not be able to appreciate the quality and professionalism that has gone into making this an outstanding event in its own right. With the completely refurbished venue and comfortable surroundings, Rock Story, at nearly three hours long and split into three acts, is really great value for money. Book through your tour operator, through your hotel, at a booking or excursion agent, or direct. You will not be disappointed. Eric Viana - Director Viana Shows - Production Contact details Tel: 922 797 880 or 922 374 811 Email: info@rockstory.es Website: www.rockstory.es
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BOOKS Tenerife Bus and Touring Map 2010 [Folded Map] On one side is a clear to read map of the island which shows all of the main bus routes, and on the other is a set of street plans for the main towns. Yes you can get free maps from your resort rep but these just don't show enough local detail. Yes you can pick up free bus timetables if you go to a local bus depot, but having this in advance is a real help if you want to plan your trip in advance. This is a really good buy for those who intend to use the excellent Tenerife bus service, and is the perfect complement to the TITSA bus timetable itself, particularly when used with a value-for-money Bono bus pass. Then you'll have no problems getting around the island.
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MUSIC Shakira: She Wolf Shakira really masters electropop on this album, even though she is probably better known as a Rock/Pop singer. This album turns out to be a good set of songs. Twelve tracks to be precise - short but sweet. The best songs on the album are probably Men In This Town, Mon Amour, Gypsy, Good Stuff and Why Wait, all very different in their own way. In fact the album delivers a diverse set of influences from different music cultures music, with a deft and often seductive touch. The new album, despite its many writers and producers, is a surprisingly coherent and consistent body of work. Every song is different, but the songs all go together as one album. The lyrics are smart and really catchy, and every song is so good, they could all be selected as singles. The album can feel a bit too short by modern standards, as only one song reaches four minutes, but this is a vibrant and well delivered piece of work. Unmissable in fact ! 8/10
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TENERIFE GUIDE Los Cristianos One of the most popular resorts in the entire Canary Islands, and just 16 km west of the airport. With the wonderful golden sand beaches situated around the harbour, the town has managed to retain some of the character of its original fishing village whist developing into one of the largest tourist areas on the Island. There are plenty of things to do, from the pleasure cruises, glass-bottomed boats, and ferries to neighbouring islands, as well as sun-bathing, watersports, then relaxing in the vast array of pubs, clubs and restaurants, all within walking distance. Playa de las Americas Very much a purpose built resort, Las Americas has grown to become Tenerife's biggest and most popular holiday destination. From it’s clean man-made sandy beaches to it’s hundreds of quality hotels and first class facilities, this is truly a sun worshipper's idea of paradise. Everyone is catered for with a wealth of beach, sea and leisure activities, and there is something for all the family with the Aquapark and new Siam Water Kingdom all within walking distance of as many bars, restaurants and clubs as you are ever likely to need.
Las Galletas Located on the south coast between Los Cristianos and the airport, Las Galletas is a typical Canarian village with narrow streets, beach front promenade, picturesque harbour and a cafe style pedestrian centre. There is a small, natural beach by the side of the fishing boats, which supply the daily fish market and excellent local restaurants, both here and in the adjoining neighbourhoods that make up Tenbel and Costa del Silencio.
Mount Teide National Park At a height of 3,720 metres, the summit of Mount Teide is the highest point of the Canary Islands, and the surrounding area was declared a National Park in 1954. Roads through the park allow visitors to drive across old lava fields and sample the lunarlike landscape within the old crater at around 2,100 metres above sea-level with El Teide dominating the centre. It is possible to access within 200 metres of the summit of this dormant vocano by cable car, and view the surrounding peaks, some of which are evidence of more recent volcanic activity. Icod de los vinos Site of the 1,000 year old Drago (Dragon) Tree, the oldest and largest in existence, situated next to the plaza of the Iglesia de San Marcos. Vilaflor High above the coast of southern Tenerife, yet just an hours drive away, Vilaflor is a beautiful village famous for its wine, cheese and spring water, as well as being the highest village in Tenerife. On the road to Mount Teide, it offers spectacular views, as well as local scenery, arts and crafts. Essential Tenerife
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TENERIFE GUIDE Santa Cruz Tenerife's vibrant capital city, set in the north-east corner of the island, offers a cosmopolitan blend of culture, heritage, beaches and classical architecture. Santa Cruz is a wonderful mix of old and new, with its museums, parks, plazas, art, fine dining, and of course shopping, which means it really does have something for everyone to enjoy. Santa Cruz is also the home of a dazzling array of festivals, events, and venues for those wishing to inject a bit of culture into their holiday. As well as being the site for one of the biggest carnivals in the world, its amazing sights number amongst it the magnificent Auditorio de Tenerife, home to the Tenerife Symphony Orchestra. El Medano A small town on the south coast just 5km east of Los Abrigos, Medano is famous for its long, natural, sandy beaches and offshore breezes, making it the ideal spot for wind and watersport enthusiasts. The centre and boardwalk area mingle health and surf shops with seafront cafes, and is a very popular resort with the locals.
Los Abrigos A traditional fishing village situated between Las Chafiras and El Medano. It has a fantastic selection of seafood restaurants around the picturesque harbour where the local fishing boats drop off their catch daily.
Guimar A quiet town set in the valley of Guimar to the east of the island, it has a reputation as the perfect spot for a slice of “rural” tourism. More recently, the mysterious stone pyramids on the outskirts of the town, attracted the interest of the author and world famous explorer Thor Heyerdahl, who has researched similar structures in Mexico and Peru, and his exhibition on the site of the “pyramids” has become a huge tourist attraction. Puerto de la Cruz The oldest resort in the Canary Islands, located on the northern coast, this town was the birthplace of tourism in the Canaries and still has a lot to offer. It is more traditional, in contrast with the more modern resorts of the south, and is certainly greener, with a variety of botanical gardens due to the north’s more temperate climate. Home to a number of buildings of historical and artistic value, it is also the site of one of the islands most famous tourist attractions, the Loro Parque. Essential Tenerife
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TENERIFE GUIDE Los Gigantes A beautiful resort on the west coast of the island set on a hillside next to the towering cliffs from which it gets its name. From the natural beach made up of black volcanic sand, to the idyllic marina with its yachts, excursion boats, cafes and bars, or on to the small shops and restaurants tucked away in the narrow streets, this fantastic resort has someting for everyone. Playa San Juan A bustling seaside and fishing village on the road to Los Gigantes, Playa San Juan has undergone some development in recent years. It retains a working harbour, two beaches, the second of which is a new sandy beach, and a long promenade with shops and restaurants serving traditional food and of course, fresh fish every day. It is also close to the fantastic premier Abama golf and spa resort.
La Orotava An historic town in the north of the island, notable for its typical Canarian architecture, monuments, and culture. Set in the valley from which it takes its name, its most notable landmark is the Casa de los Balcones which epitomises the island's heritage. Masca A popular and picturesque tourist spot situated in the more mountainous area to the north west of the island, with an impressive gorge that leads down to the sea. Noted for its scenery, and ideal for hiking. Candelaria Just south of the capital SantaCruz, Candelaria is a popular tourist destination of historical and religious significance, as the home of the Basilica and the Black Madonna, and the town's main plaza with its beach and Guanche statues.
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The biggest challenge for most people when decorating is selecting a colour scheme. A colour scheme is a combination of colours that harmonize with each other and they come in various choices. Mono-chromatic: Using one colour throughout, utilizing that colours various tints, tones and shades. When using a mono-chromatic scheme using multiple textures creates character and maintains unity.
Analogous: Using three colours that are neighbouring each other on the colour wheel. These schemes can be warm or cool since colours are adjacent on the colour wheel.
Complimentary: Using two colours that are opposites such as red and green or violet and yellow. Choose varying tints, tones and shades which will give the bold dramatic effect you are looking for.
Triadic: Using three colours that are equal distance apart on the colour wheel, such as red, yellow and blue or using secondary colours yellow-green, blue-violet, and redorange.
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Choosing a colour scheme
The colour wheel shows the relationship of colours. There are three primary colours (red, blue, yellow), three secondary colours which are the result of mixing primary colours (purple, orange, green) and the tertiary colours which are a primary colour mixed with a secondary colour such as red-orange, yellow-green and blue-violet. When they colours are mixed with pure colours white or black it creates numerous different tints and shades.
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Choosing a colour scheme If you feel helpless when it comes to picking and blending colours, your answer could be as far away as your nearest pillow. Here is a quick way to create a colour scheme for your home. Firstly pick a pattern: Starting with a pattern is the easiest way to create a colour palette for your decor. Choose a pattern from any object you already have and love such as a pillow, picture or piece of furniture. This will be your colour palette! Next choose 3 colours: Select a light, medium and dark colour from your pattern to be used as your foundation. You may want to go to a DIY store and select colour
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Light, Medium and Dark How you use these colours can affect the overall appearance of your room. Light Is the Background- this is usually easy to achieve since most rentals are equipped with light to off-white walls.
Medium Large furniture and windows - Since the colour of these objects will blend with the above lighter selection, the medium furniture will ground the room and give it a foundation. Darker Accessories. Since your eye is drawn to a darker more intense colours you will be able to arrange your accessories in a manner to guide the eye flowing through your room.
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Your Monthly Horoscope ARIES (Mar. 21- April 20) This month is rich with potential for personal progress, though overall success won't come easily as some of your goals slip out of reach. Motivation is high and hope is in the air, but it's mixed with tension as your need for freedom battles with your responsibilities to others. TAURUS (Apr. 21- may 21) Delicacy reigns early this month as sensitivity and caution are in the spotlight. There is a strong potential to deepen your understanding of others this month, as long as you open your eyes to the unspoken signals of those around you. The long-lasting struggle between controlling your own life and responding to the life's little surprises can be alleviated now. GEMINI (May 22-June 21) The month gets off to a slow start, leaving you time to adjust to recent changes and disappointments. Still, much of this month may be spent dealing with one distraction after another. Yet between the distractions, you are being called to re-examine your core values and immediate needs, and take decisive action while you can. CANCER (June 22-July 22) The pace of change doesn't slow this month, as you are driven toward deep self-examination and aim to tackle unfinished emotional business. You may feel a need to separate yourself from others now, which can actually create enough distance and clarity that you can start to view your relationships more objectively. LEO (July 23-Aug 22) Your appearance and demeanor are sparkling this month, as is your relationship with money, your possessions and even your self-esteem. Nonetheless, it can't always be about you, and you are being called to improve the efficiency of your interactions with others on both a business and a personal level now. VIRGO (Aug. 23 -Sept. 23) Thinking gives way to feeling for much of this month. Focusing on personal matters first will allow you to have a good time later without being plagued by tiny details. This is a time to cut out what you no longer need and focus on how you can better work and play with others.
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What’s in store for you? LIBRA (Sept. 24 -Oct. 23) Part of you would rather avoid confrontation and conflict this month, yet there is still a push to speak your mind. Burying your feelings can leave you emotionally distraught, while revealing unexpressed vulnerability can lead to closer connections now. SCORPIO (Oct. 24 - Nov. 22) A long process of change is finally culminating now, so you can expect radical shifts in your daily routine, your job and even your spiritual practice. You are more able to let go of outmoded beliefs and unrealistic expectations about your future, and should feel more certain about the current direction of your life. SAGITTARIUS (Nov. 23 -Dec. 21) You now realize the unproductive patterns that have been blocking your potential, but there's still hard work to do, and change won't come easily. Tensions mount between your personal independence and the demands of career-related responsibilities. Your whole life may feel at a tipping point, but all-or-nothing ultimatums won't prove as successful as sincere compromise now. CAPRICORN (Dec 22.- Jan. 20) This month brings a more solid foundation to your professional life by defining what's working, what isn't and what you can do about it. There's also a significant shift in relationships now, but while you may be confronted with issues you'd rather not face, riding these waves of emotion instead of repressing them suits you better now. This is an opportunity to take effective action. AQUARIUS (Jan. 21 -Feb. 19) You're tempted to take risks, yet reckless behavior won't accomplish as much as you hope this month. You are aware now of what's been holding you back, and now it's time to start gathering information to work toward positive transformations. PISCES (Feb. 20-Mar. 20) Relationships roll into the foreground this month, and you feel more of a desire to express your feelings. This is a time to shed beliefs and goals that no longer apply, making you stronger and more able to climb higher later on.
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If it’s your birthday this month . . . Aug 1st: Claudius I (10BC) Herman Melville (1819) Yves Saint Laurent (1936) Sam Mendes (1965) 2nd: Myrna Loy (1905) Peter O'Toole (1932) Wes Craven (1939) Edward Furlong (1977) 3rd: Tony Bennett (1928) Martin Sheen (1940) John Landis (1950) 4th: Louis Armstrong (1901) Percy Bysshe Shelley (1792) Elizabeth, The Queen Mother (1900) Billy Bob Thornton (1955) 5th: Neil Armstrong (1930) John Huston (1906) 6th: Andy Warhol (1928) Alfred Tennyson (1809) Sir Alexander Fleming (1881) Lucille Ball (1910) Robert Mitchum (1917) Geri Halliwell (1972) 7th: Mata Hari (1876) David Duchovny (1960) Charlize Theron (1975)
8th: Esther Williams (1922) Dustin Hoffman (1937) Roger Federer (1981)
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9th: Whitney Houston (1963 ) Sam Elliott (1944) Melanie Griffith (1957) Gillian Anderson (1968) Eric Bana (1968) 10th: Antonio Banderas (1960) Ronnie Spector (Veronica Bennett) (1947) Rosanna Arquette (1959)
11th: Alex Haley (1921) Hulk Hogan (1953) Joe Jackson (1955) 12th: Cecil B. DeMille (1881) George Hamilton (1939) Pete Sampras (1971) 13th: Fidel Castro (1927) Annie Oakley (1860) Alfred Hitchcock (1899) 14th: Earvin "Magic" Johnson (1959) David Crosby (1941) Steve Martin (1945) Wim Wenders (1945) Danielle Steel (1947) Marcia Gay Harden (1959) Halle Berry (1968) 15th: Napoleon Bonaparte (1769) Oscar Peterson (1925) Princess Anne (1950) Ben Affleck (1972)
Who do you share yours with . . . 16th: Madonna (1958) Angela Bassett (1958 ) James Cameron (1954) 17th: Robert De Niro (1943) Mae West (1893) Davy Crockett (1786) Sean Penn (1960) 18th: Robert Redford (1937) Edward Norton (1965) Roman Polanski (1933) Patrick Swayze (1952) Christian Slater (1969) Madeleine Stowe (1958) 19th: Bill Clinton (1946) Orville Wright (1871) Gene Roddenberry (1921) Jill St. John (1940) Matthew Perry (1969) 20th: Don King (1931) Isaac Hayes (1942) Robert Plant (1948) Joan Allen (1956) 21st: Count Basie (1904) Princess Margaret (1930) Kenny Rogers (1938) Kim Cattrall (1956) Carrie-Anne Moss (1967)
25th: Sean Connery (1930) Leonard Bernstein (1918) Elvis Costello (1955) Claudia Schiffer (1970) Tim Burton (1958)
26th: Macauley Culkin (1980) 27th: Mother Teresa (1910) Samuel Goldwyn (1882) Confucius (551BC) 28th: Tolstoy (1828) Shania Twain (1965) Jason Priestley (1969) LeAnn Rimes (1982) David Soul (1943) 29th: Ingrid Bergman (1915) Richard Attenborough (1923) Dinah Washington (1924) Michael Jackson (1958) 30th: Mary Shelley (1797) Fred MacMurray (1908) Cameron Diaz (1972) Andy Roddick (1982) 31st: Van Morrison (1945) James Coburn (1928) Richard Gere (1949) Chris Tucker (1972)
22nd: Claude Debussy (1862) John Lee Hooker (1917) 23rd: Gene Kelly (1912) Keith Moon (1946) Shelley Long (1949) River Phoenix (1970) 24th: Yasser Arafat (1929)
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Famous days in August in Spanish History 1391-08-05 1461-08-10 1492-08-02 1492-08-03 1492-08-03
- Jews are massacred in Toledo & Barcelona Spain - Alfonso ed Espina, bishop of Osma urges for an Inquistion in Spain - Jews are expelled from Spain by King Ferdinand & Queen Isabella - All Jews are expelled from Spain - Columbus sets sail from Palos, Spain for "Indies" >>> 1516-08-13 - The Treaty of Noyon between France and Spain is signed. Francis recognises Charles's claim to Naples, and Charles recognises Francis's claim to Milan. 1521-08-13 - Spanish conquerors Tenochtitlan (Mexico City) from Aztecs 1542-08-24 - Conquistador Francisco de Orellana returns to Spain 1559-08-14 - Spanish explorer de Luna lands in Pensacola Bay,Fla 1564-08-18 - Spanish king Philip II joins Council of Trente 1580-08-25 - Battle of Alcantara, Spain defeats Portugal 1587-08-05 - Spanish troops conquer Lock 1588-08-01 - English admiral Howard van Effingham beats Spanish Armada 1588-08-06 - Spanish Armada under Medina Sidonia anchors 1588-08-07 - English assault on Spanish Armada 1588-08-08 - Sea battle at Grevelingen: English fleet battles Spanish armada >>> 1588-08-12 - Medemblik surrenders to Spanish army 1605-08-18 - Spanish army under of general Spinola conquerors Lingen 1634-08-26 - Battle at Nordlingen Bavarian: emperor Ferdinand II & Spain beat Sweden & German protestants 1636-08-14 - Spanish troops occupy Corbie at Amiens 1658-08-24 - Battle at Grevelingen: English fleet beats Spanish 1673-08-30 - Leopold I, Spain, Netherlands & Lutherans form anti-French covenant 1680-08-21 - Pueblo Indians takes possession of Santa FĂŠ from Spanish 1684-08-15 - Spain & Germany sign cease fire with France 1689-08-25 - Battle at Charleroi: Spanish & English armies chase French 1704-08-04 - War of Spanish Succession, English & Dutch troops occupy Gibraltar 1717-08-22 - Spanish troops lands on Sardinia 1718-08-11 - Battle at Cape Passaro: English fleet destroys Spanish 1759-08-10 - Carlos III becomes king of Spain 1775-08-05 - 1st Spanish ship, San Carlos, enters SF Bay>>> 1796-08-19 - Spain & France sign anti-English alliance 1808-08-17 - Napoleon asks King Louis for Holland brigade towards Spain 68
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Famous days in August in Spanish History 1809-08-10 - Ecuador declares independence from Spain (National Day) 1819-08-07 - Battle of Boyacá; Bolívar defeats Spanish in Colombia 1824-08-06 - Battle at Junan - Simon Bolívars army beats Spanish >>> 1865-08-16 - The Dominican Republic regains its independence after 4 years of fighting against the Spanish Annexation. 1898-08-12 - Peace protocol ends Spanish-American War 1898-08-13 - US forces under George Dewey captures Manila during Spanish-American war 1926-08-10 - Italian-Spanish peace treaty signed 1931-08-02 - Spanish Catalonia agrees autonomous status 1937-08-24 - Republican offensive near Belchite Spain 1937-08-24 - In the Spanish Civil War, the Basque Army surrenders to the Italian Corpo Truppe Volontarie following the Santoña Agreement. 1947-08-18 - Naval torpedo & mine factory explodes at Cadiz, Spain killing 300 1961-08-30 - Last Spanish troops leave Morocco 1983-08-26 - Flooding destroys most of the old town of Bilbao, Spain 1992-08-09 - 25th Olympic Summer games closes in Barcelona, Spain
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Famous Spanish Birthdays 1566-08-12 - Isabella CE, infante of Spain/governess of the Netherlands 1606-08-18 - Maria Anna of Spain, Holy Roman Empire Empress and Queen of Hungary 1847-08-09 - Maria Victoria al Pozzo della Cisterna, queen consort of Spain (d. 1876) 1921-08-28 - Fernando Fernán Gómez, Spanish actor, director, academic and playwright (d. 2007) 1937-08-20 - El Fary, Spanish singer and actor (d. 2007) 1947-08-02 - Massiel, Spanish singer 1952-08-03 - Loles León, Spanish actress 1956-08-02 - Isabel Pantoja, Spain, spanish singer 1956-08-17 - Álvaro Pino, Spanish cyclist 1960-08-04 - José Luis Rodríguez Zapatero, Spanish PM 1960-08-10 - Antonio Banderas, Malaga Spain, actor >>> 1962-08-03 - Alberto Tous, Spain, tennis star 1964-08-29 - Jordi Arrese, Spain, tennis star 1967-08-11 - Enrique Bunbury, Spanish singer 1975-08-02 - Ingrid Rubio, Spanish actress 1976-08-02 - Reyes Estévez, Spanish athlete 1976-08-27 - Cartos Moya, Spain, tennis star 1977-08-03 - Óscar Pereiro, Spanish cyclist 1977-08-19 - Iban Mayo, Spanish cyclist 1980-08-14 - Estrella Morente, Spanish flamenco singer 1981-08-23 - Carlos Cuéllar, Spanish footballer 1982-08-31 - José Reina, Spanish footballer >>> 1983-08-26 - Félix Porteiro, Spanish racing driver
Famous Spanish Deaths 0388-08-28 1503-08-18 1526-08-04 1533-08-29
- Magnus Maximus, Spanish West Roman Emperor (383-88), executed - Alexander VI, [Rodrigo de Borja], Spanish Pope (1492-1503), dies - Juan Sebastian Cano, Spanish explorer, dies - Atahualpa, last Inca King of Peru, murdered by Spanish conquerors >>> 1572-08-20 - Miguel López de Legazpi, Spanish conquistador 1588-08-08 - Alonso Sánchez Coello, Spanish painter 1610-08-05 - Alonso García de Ramón, Spanish soldier and twice Royal Governor of Chile 1759-08-10 - Ferdinand VI, the wise, king of Spain, dies at 46 1947-08-28 - Manolete, Spanish bullfighter (b. 1917) 2001-08-29 - Francisco Rabal, Spanish actor (b. 1926) 2007-08-27 - Emma Penella, Spanish actress (b. 1930) 2007-08-28 - Antonio Puerta, Spanish footballer (b. 1984) 2007-08-28 - Francisco Umbral, Spanish journalist, novelist, biographer and essayist (b. 1935) 2009-08-08 - Daniel Jarque, Spanish football player (b. 1983)
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