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‘Tomar el fresco’: The Spanish tradition that’s strongest in Andalucia – but is under threat

A new survey suggests the tradition is still alive and kicking - especially in Andalucia, where 98% of residents say they still practice it regularly.

Laurence Dollimore
Spanish pensioners sit and chat in the late afternoon (Credit: Unsplash)
It's a familiar sight for anyone who spends time in Andalucia. As the heat drops and dusk falls, chairs scrape across pavements as neighbours step outside for a chat and gossip. Known as 'tomar el fresco', or 'taking the fresh air', it’s been a

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