The spectacular city

Madrid is the capital of Spain and one of its most amazing cities. It is an incredible destination for all those who dream about a sightseeing holiday, so take it into consideration as it really deserves your entire attention. The sightseeing tour of Madrid begins and ends for most of those who visit the city with its center. The area has fantastic world renowned monuments, such as the Royal Palace, the beautiful Plaza de Espana, the spectacular Plaza de Toros and the picturesque Parque Del Retiro. However, the official center of the city is considered the old Puerta Del Sol, which is also considered the center of the country, as it is the point from which distances in Spain are being measured.

Continuing the tour

After you visit the imposing Puerta del Sol, move towards southwest for just a couple of blocks, as you will find the Plaza Mayor. Plaza Mayor is a stone paved square, a pedestrian one that manages to impress the visitors with the arcaded passages that decorate all its sides. Its history is a much tormented one, as the construction started in 1590 and finished in 1619; the square only existed for a few decades, until it was completely destroyed by a fire. It was rebuilt the way you see it today in 1790.

The City Hall is another major point of interest for tourists, as they can even visit the interior of the buildings. For example, you can admire the beautiful Council Chambers, the place where all the important decisions regarding Madrid are being made. If you are a religious person, you are not allowed to miss the Almudena Cathedral, which was built between 1879 and 1993. The Cathedral shares a charming courtyard with the Royal Palace, which was actually built on the ruins of the old Moorish alcazar. The Prado Museum is one of the world’s most renowned museums thanks to the impressive art collections it hosts, so also make sure you have enough time to visit it; then, relax and enjoy the beauties of nature on the long alleys of the Royal Botanical Gardens. I assure you that the botanical show you will witness there is unique! Madrid is a city that demands a lot of energy from its tourists; if you want to understand its essence by visiting its monuments and buildings, choose a guided tour because it is surely going to include all the important sights! Enjoy!

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