Picasso's coveted paintings, countryside photography, Latin cinema and the fiery Flamenco wait to be witnessed as a new Spanish cultural institute in the city throws open its doors

One step into the premises, and I felt a half-senorita, half-student. Coming from what I gathered to be a class were soft-spoken sounds of lessons on Spain, albeit not the kind you were burdened with, back in school. It isn't just Pablo Picasso who put Spain on the world map, you'd gather from art experts' words here. Real Madrid, bullfighting and the country's rich cultural heritage come a close next in taking Spain places. And now, it's here, right in the capital's lap.

Classic Collage: Picasso's work spanning over seven years showcases the artists' innate sense of imagery and understanding of human nature