"Take Shelter in Culture" has been set up by Madrid's city council, and is aimed at tourists and locals alike.
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00:00It's the middle of August and temperatures are soaring, but not everyone can escape the
00:05city. Some have to work and others can't afford a vacation.
00:11In Europe, vacation poverty affects 40 million people and heat waves have only made things
00:17worse.
00:19But major cities are increasingly offering options to stay cool and entertained, such
00:25as the Take Shelter in Culture initiative in Madrid.
00:45It's not just aimed at tourists. Some libraries, cinemas and museums offer free guided tours,
00:51discounts or performances during the hottest hours of the day.
01:20The Circulo de Bellas Artes has become the standout climate shelter this summer. Its
01:25ancient ballroom has been transformed into a green oasis.
01:38People are excited, they can work, relax or simply hang out here.
02:02There are also heat shelters for the little ones.
02:12This one near the river is a favourite among parents and kids.
02:31According to the National Statistics Institute, one in three households with children in Spain
02:36cannot afford even a week of vacation.