About Madrid

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Madrid, the capital of Spain, is the nerve center in this nation for both physically and culturally. The city lacks beaches and coasts. But it compensates these shortages with lovely art galleries, cultural centers, large open lush gardens, etc. When you walk on the narrow, cobbled streets of Madrid, it leads to a breathtaking historical architecture hidden areas and bustling squares. The present Madrid City represents new modern enhancements and metropolitan infrastructure. You cannot find such a wonderful city in the world, because it is filled with old-hearted town together with fresh juvenile spirit. This Madrid City Guide will be … Continue reading →

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The Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía or simply the Queen Sofia museum, situated in Madrid, near the Atocha train and metro stations is one of the best museums of Spain. Easy to reach, this museum features several interesting exhibits inspired by Spanish art and including works of 20th century masters like Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. It was officially inaugurated on September 10, 1992 and since that day has hosted a large number of exhibitions all of which have never failed to attract tourists as well as locals. Picasso’s great painting Guernica is the main attraction of this … Continue reading →

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The Palacio Real de Madrid or the Royal Palace of Madrid is the official residence of the King of Spain in the city of Madrid. However, the Royal family prefers to stay in Palacio de la Zarzuela and this palace is only used for state ceremonies. Located on Bailén Street in the Western part of downtown Madrid, the palace can be reached via the Ópera metro station. The palace spans over a huge area of about 135,000 square metres (1,450,000 sq ft) and has 2800 rooms. It is the largest palace in Europe by floor area. The interior of the palace … Continue reading →

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Madrid, the capital and the largest city of Spain takes pride in its great cultural and artistic heritage. Along with this, Madrid happens to be a modern and contemporary city with some of the liveliest nightlife in the world. Tourists find no dearth of places to visit in Madrid. One of the best known ad busiest places in this city is the Puerta del Sol (Spanish for “Gate of the Sun”). The square is famous for its clock whose bells mark the traditional eating of the Twelve Grapes and the beginning of a new year. The New Year’s celebration has … Continue reading →

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The Lazaro Museum in Madrid originally belonged to Jose Lazaro Galdiano, a writer, editor and financer, who built up an extensive art collection, together with many unusual items, during his stay from 1862 to 1947. The museum is open from Wednesday to Monday from 10.00 hours to 16.30 hours for an entry fee of €4.00. The 3 storeyed museum impresses the visitors with its grandeur and the ceilings which are painted with beautiful murals. Each floor abounds in articles like silverware, jewellery, ceramics, furniture and even ivory trinkets. El Greco’s works are here, as too are paintings by Gainsborough and … Continue reading →

In and around Madrid

Districts

Arganzuela 22 Hotels

Barajas 17 Hotels

Carabanchel 312 Hotels

Central Madrid 289 Hotels

Centro 293 Hotels

Chamartín 13 Hotels

Chamberí 17 Hotels

Ciudad Lineal 22 Hotels

Fuencarral-El Pardo 40 Hotels

Hortaleza 67 Hotels

Moncloa-Aravaca 9 Hotels

Retiro 175 Hotels

Salamanca 28 Hotels

Tetuán 20 Hotels