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See a Flamenco Show

Flamenco - the passion of Andalusia

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Flamenco is virtually unique in present day music - a traditional form of folk music that is still as alive today as it has ever been. Flamenco can be heard backed by a full orchestra in the gardens of the Alcazar in Seville, played by a pair of drunken gypsies in a seedy tavern or blaring from the stereo of a youth's turbo-charged sports car.

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Where can I see a flamenco show in Spain

The best flamenco is to be found at a gypsy wedding, a spontaneous bar sing-a-long or in one of Spain's prisons. These are hard to come by, so you'll need to go and see a show - the best ones are in Seville Unfortunately, it is difficult to find a flamenco show that is not aimed at tourists - ask your hotel where you should go.

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