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#50252 - 09/12/00 10:54 PM
National Day (Oct.12) in Spain: What happens?
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I recently received an email asking what happened in Spain during National Day (Dia Nacional) on October 12th. This was a timely question because I too will be in Spain (in Madrid) and would love to know what to expect. Is there a kind of festival, exposition, or other event to mark the day? Is this a normal working day for Spain? Are many/any establishments closed like museums, restaurants, or the like? Also, is this the same as Columbus Day here in the USA? I know. I know. So many questions.  I can't wait to hear the answers! And remember (how could you forget, right?), this is just ONE DAY AFTER the "Party With MadridMan: Version 2" at El Brillante bar/eatery. We'd love to see you there! Click HERE for details. Saludos, MadridMan
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#50253 - 09/13/00 12:12 PM
Re: National Day (Oct.12) in Spain: What happens?
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I am most embarrased to say that I don't remember that "fiesta". Antonio, HELP!!!
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#50254 - 09/13/00 05:52 PM
Re: National Day (Oct.12) in Spain: What happens?
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It is a public holiday, so people normally do not work. In many companies, people will take a long weekend (a puente) if the day falls on a Tuesday or Thursday (thus, they take Monday or Friday respectively off as well), in that case they talk about the puente del pilar, because as far as I recall the day is also el "día del Pilar" (that is, it is dedicated to Saint Mary).
There is a huge military parade on the Castellana. I was there the last two times---oh nostalgia... The majority of restaurants seem to be open, some museums might be closed, though.
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#50255 - 09/13/00 06:09 PM
Re: National Day (Oct.12) in Spain: What happens?
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Madridman, Have you tried doing some search using "National Day" as keyword?. You will find the same question here . Shops are closed during this day but I guess all restaurants are opened. As for museums, it changes every year. I have the special schedules for 1999 but not the 2000 ones yet. (Don't worry, I will have them by the time you come to Hostal Chelo). Regards, Antonio ------------------ The best tips from your favourite hostal in Madrid. Hostal Chelo at http://www.chelo.com
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#50256 - 09/14/00 02:50 PM
Re: National Day (Oct.12) in Spain: What happens?
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HAHAHAHAHAHAHAAAAHHHAAHAHAHAAA!!! OHMYGOD!! Is this terrible or what????!!! Someone has to tell ME to do a SEARCH on my own message board! And even worse, I REPLIED to the original poster to which Antonio refers. Incredible. JUST incredible. Well...there you have it.  Saludos, MadridMan
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