The Madam of Barcelona


Interview with: Lydia Artigas
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At the age of 73, and with a reputation bordering on legendary, Lydia Artigas - known as Mrs. Rius - runs one of the most prestigious bordellos in Barcelona. As well as being an institution in the world’s oldest profession,
she can tell unique tales from between the sheets about Salvador Dali, King Faisal and Orson Welles. A private interview revealing some of the sexiest secrets of a woman in the know.