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Madrid, Spain
Welcome to Madrid, the political and financial capital of modern Spain. With its incredible offer of museums, myriad of cultural activities, delicious cuisine and unbeatable nightlife, it easily rivals the best the world has to offer. |
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Tour One: The Golden Triangle
This walk links up the city’s three most important art galleries: the Prado, Centro de Arte Reina Sofía, and Thyssen Bornemizsa, in the shape of a triangle.
Start at the Atocha railway station. If you’re coming by... [ more ] |
| In 1561, Madrid - with a population of 15,000 - became the capital of Spain by decree of King Felipe II. He chose Madrid because of its central location, his aim being to unify the disparate regions of the peninsula and his vast empire.
Some histo... [ more ] |
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