Main attractions of Madrid

Main attractions of Madrid

1. Puerta del Sol is the most important square of Madrid, which is always full of people. The square is located in
2. the center of Madrid. On the one side of the square you can see the post office with an antique facade, and on the other — numerous souvenir shops and stores. Zero kilometer of Madrid is also located there. The square itself has a semi-circular shape.
3. Palacio Real is a great and beautiful building. Numerous masters, Italian and Spanish architects worked on the palace project. The facade of the palace was built in neo-gothic style and decorated with the statues of monarchs.
4. Plaza Mayor is the most beautiful square of Madrid, which has the form of great rectangle. Plaza Mayor has a rich history. It was the place of coronation of monarchs, executions, corrida and national holidays. Unusual facades of the buildings and small balconies fit perfectly with the beautiful look of the square. You can see the bronze statue of Phillip III in the center of the street.
5. Cathedral. The cathedral is built in neo-gothic and neo-roman style. It has beautiful domes, and inside it you can find the image of the Our Lady of Almudena.
6. Retiro Park is a large and beautiful park, built on the place of the former palace of Phillip IV Buen Retiro. The park is rich in cultural monuments, devoted to the famous kings, scientists and musicians. Visiting Retiro Park, you should rent a boat to sail on the lake and enjoy the magnificent landscapes.
7. Real Jardin Botanico (Royal Botanic Garden) is another place for the nature lovers. The garden has a swimming-pool and a greenhouse with different kinds of unusual plants. The entrance to the botanic garden is decorated with an exquisite arch.
8. Prado Museum is a large art museum, famous for the great collection of Spanish art and the unique works of Flemish and Italian schools.
9. Plaza de España is the modern square with the new high-rises. Tourists go there to see the main attraction— the statue of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza.
10. Casa de Campo is a huge park with a square of 1700 hectares. Many species of trees and animals, wonderful landscapes and attractions make this place more popular. You can always have fun here. And the fans of extreme can ride the cable car.
11. Templo de Debod (The Temple of Debod) is a sacred place, devoted to the gods Amon and Isida. This temple was gifted to Madrid by Egypt. Initially, the temple stood on the banks of the Nile in Egypt.