The Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid) is the official residence of the Spanish royal family in Madrid. However, now it is only used for state ceremonies. It is the largest royal palace …
Almudena Cathedral, Madrid
Almudena Cathedral (Santa María la Real de La Almudena) is next to the Royal Palace in Madrid. It is very different from all the other cathedrals I have seen in Spain. Probably because it is …
Templo de Debod, Madrid
Located in central Madrid on a small hill in Parque Oeste (West Park), near Plaza de España, is Templo de Debod. The oldest monument in Madrid. A real Egyptian Temple in Madrid! So how did a Temple …
Palacio de Cibeles, Madrid
The Palacio de Cibeles (Cibeles Palace) is one of the most impressive buildings in Madrid. Originally built as a post office and telecommunications centre, it was known as the Palacio de …
Círculo de Bellas Artes
The Círculo de Bellas Artes in Madrid was founded in 1880 by a small group of artists. It is a private, non-profit cultural institution, officially declared a 'Centre for the Protection of the Fine …
Parque del Retiro, Madrid
The El Retiro park in Madrid, or simply El Retiro, is one of the largest parks (350 acres) in Madrid, Spain. Located in the city centre it was originally created as a retreat for the Royal Family. The …