The Reina Sofia holds Picasso’s Guernica and the studies for it. The painting occupies its own gallery. I had never seen the painting before and found nothing surprising in the viewing. Maybe the starkness and graphic nature make the reproductions work well. What was most interesting were all the studies; to see which images were discarded and which chosen was so insightful. Also, it was fun to see the transformation of the piece through a series of photographs by Dora Maar. Picasso certainly could portray anguish.
There was room after room of surrealism (not my favorite). But there was a Juan Munoz, a definite favorite.
That night we ate at a Fodors recommended tapas restaurant, el Bocaito. The atmosphere was nice, very Spanish, with ceramic plates all over the walls. But we still think Los Gatos’ food is better. We took a taxi over, but walked the mile or so back. The buildings were nicely lit.
Walk from Bocaito to our hotel
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