The other trip I decided to make was to the capital of Spain - Madrid.

There are many parks worth to visit but the best one and probably one of the most famous places in Madrid is Parque de Retiro. There are many things to see there, like Palacio Crystal, la Puerta de España, Monument of Alfonso XII, La rosaleda. There is also a possibility to row a boat.




Other places that every person should see is Puerta del Sol and Plaza Mayor, two main squares with many restaurant, souvenir shops all around. On Plaza Mayor there is Casa de la Panaderia with very characteristic frescoes and the monument of Philip III on the horse.



Really important place is also The Royal Palace with gardens in its surrounding. The Royal Palace in Madrid is actually used (but not owned) by the king of Spain for state ceremonial activities. The palace was built on the site of a former alcazar that burned down in 1734. It took 26 years to complete. A visitor to the palace today gets to see 50 of its 2800 rooms.

To those who like art I recommend visiting two big museums in Madrid ( free at the weekends;)) - Museo del Prado and Museo de Sofia Reina, very famous ones.

If you want to see Madrid not just on pictures you should watch this movie, maybe not so professional, but showing all interesting places with really nice music;)


Information about the Royal Palace: http://www.travelinginspain.com/Palace.html