The most important tourist places in Madrid

in #travel7 years ago

city-downtown-town-cityscape.jpegMadrid is a cosmopolitan city in central Spain that has many sights. It is amazing to have art galleries and a team of outstanding footballers, as well as a nightlife that is unparalleled anywhere else in Europe. Madrid is a large city with many great buildings that stand compared to the best architectural design anywhere else on the continent. As well as the many things you can explore in Madrid.

With its sunny summer, it is a magnet for travelers seeking a relaxing holiday, but the capital of the country and the largest city of Madrid has no place to linger about. Whether exploring the world of art museums in the city, one gazes at the architectural masterpieces while sipping milk at the sidewalk cafe or fun all night at pubs and canapes along Gran Via.

Museum of Reina Sofia
The Nacional de Arte Centro Rina Sofia is designed as a modern supplement to the historic Prado Museum. It was officially opened by Queen Sofia in 1992. Originally built as a hospital, the museum was expanded in 2005 with a structure designed by French architect Jean Novell. The Rina Sofia Museum is home to a wide range of works created by Spanish artists, including wide collections of works by Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dali. The masterpiece of Picasso, Granica, which is transported from the scourge of World War II, is alone worthy of acceptance.

Mercado de San Miguel
Located within walking distance of Plaza Mayor, Mercado de San Miguel is a popular shopping destination for local and appetizing food. The complex architecture of cast iron features glass walls that display products ranging from salted fish and oysters to fresh pasta and cakes. Because the market stays open late at 2:00 on the weekend, so it became a popular nightly visit for visitors and locals to enjoy drinks, appetizers or appetizers. It also hosts events such as concerts and cooking classes.

Temple of Debod
The Temple of Debod is one of the most unusual attractions in Parque del Oeste, close to the Royal Palace Park and the Temple of Isis of Egypt. Spain intervened to help Egypt build a great dam from Aswan which meant many historical monuments. In gratitude, the Egyptian government granted the Temple of Debod to Spain in 1968. The old building was excavated for four years with A with lower inscriptions depicting the gods Amun and Isis.

Plaza de Sibeles
One of the most beautiful squares in Madrid's Plaza de Sibelis is surrounded by many buildings constructed in neo-classical style, including the spectacular Palacio de Sibeles, formerly known as Palacio de Comunicaciones, which was designed by architect Antonio Palacios. In the center of the square of the statue which is also considered a symbol of the city: the Fuente de la Sibelis. There is a magnificent fountain depicting the Roman gods on a cart drawn by the lions. It is also carved from purple marble by Francisco Gutierrez and Roberto Michel in 1780, and the fountain is a source of inland water for neighboring houses.

Puerta del Sol
Located in the center of Madrid, Puerta del Sol, or "Bab al-Shams", it is at a crossroads where thousands gather every night on New Year's Day to welcome the New Year. Recent improvements to the yard have limited traffic and the arena has become a place for visitors to stroll around and admire architectural wonders. In the middle of this new year's clock in Casa de Corus, there is a government headquarters in the city. The bear statue and the strawberry tree stand on one side of the Puerta del Sol symbol of Madrid.

Gran Via Street
Gran Via is known as the Broadway of Madrid because it is "the street that does not sleep" and the Grand Avenue that runs through the center of Madrid from Plaza de Espana to Cali de Alcala. Although the street now appears to be an integral part of the bustling capital, it is in fact a relatively recent addition to the city. Completed in 1910, lined in Gran Via with hundreds of shops, restaurants and businesses. The most famous building on the street is the Telefonica building, which was the tallest building in Europe when it was completed in 1929. The clock at the top of the American Baroque style building is a local landmark.

Retiro Park
Known as the Parque del Buen Retiro or Retiro, a park spread over 350 acres of gardens, fountains and buildings located on the edge of the city center. Retiro Park began as a monastery in 1500. He was then enlarged into the Royal Garden when Philip II moved to his court to Madrid in 1561. It has been part of the public domain since 1868. The favorite place for tourists and locals alike, the park has a large artificial pond where people can rent boats and boats. The structure of the columns to bend on the east shore is a monument to Alfonso XII. Zen Paseo de la Argentina, known as a walking statue, with statues of the royal palace depicting Spanish kings throughout the ages.

Prado Museum
The Prado Museum is one of Madrid's most popular tourist attractions. The 18th century architecture, designed by architect Juan de Villanova, is one of the world's finest collections of art. The 2007 expansion has made the museum famous for its easier mobility. With more than 7,000 works of art representing culture and history from the 12th century until the early 19th century, however, it is impossible to see everything in one visit. Visitors may want to focus on the museum's collection of Spanish artists, including Goya, Greco, Ribera da Velázquez, and one of the best-known Spanish paintings in the world.

Real Palace
Real Palace, which is the official residence of the Spanish royal family. This palace is located in Pailin Avenue, Palacio Real Madrid is one of the most important tourist attractions. This is the place that contains many outstanding art galleries. Buildings ranging from medieval to modern, with neo-classical, Gothic and baroque style here. The palace is open to the public, only when used for official occasions.

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