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Madrid
by cristina
Madrid is perhaps best described as being the New York City of Spain; Spaniards and immigrants alike come here to “make it in the big city,” and the energy of their ambition has helped define the city’s sense of self. Culture here may not necessarily mean flamenco and bullfights, but it is undeniably vibrant. As the political center of Spain, it is also diffused with a slightly different international flair than other parts of the country. But Spain’s major business hub is also known for its world-renowned, pulsating nightlife, truly giving new meaning to the term, “work hard, play hard.” And despite the fervent restlessness that seems to contradict the relaxed, siesta lifestyle throughout the rest of Spain, Madrid is still Spanish to its core. Plazas, sidewalk cafes and tapas bars dot the city, narrow labyrinth alleys are reminiscent of its past as the center of Spain’s Golden Age, and stops like the Museo Del Prado showcase some of the finest in Spanish art. Madrid is best explored on foot, with major sights in close proximity to each other and an excellent public transportation system that will connect you to the rest, but lovely, quiet parks where you can take a break from the hustle and bustle.
Madrid travel guide by cristina
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Madrid Facts
- population: 3,228,359
- area: 607 km²
- time zone: CET (UTC+1), Summer: CEST (UTC+2)
- website: http://www.munimadrid.es/
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Top 10 Things to do in Madrid voted by the tripwolf community
sight Plaza Mayor
Small market square in Madrid with a wide variety of bars, restaurants and shops. The Plaza Mayor is an impressive structure, which is located near Puerta del Sol. It was built in the 15th century to o...
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museum / gallery Museo Nacional del Prado
One of the world's most important picture galleries. The architect Juan de Villanueva began to construct the Prado in a neoclassical style in 1785. Works from the 12th century through to the middle of ...
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Latest Reviews for Madrid
Harro
Madrid ist sicher schön, aber wirtschaftlich liegt doch wohl Barcelona vorn. Abgesehen davon find... more
2009-03-18 / / report abuse
catInsight4
Maybe it was because it was the middle of winter and I am not into museums or art galleries, but I found Madrid boring. I followed the lonely planets guides 2 most recommended walking tours and found them to be uninspiring. There was no city activity, it was grey and miserable.
2008-09-11 / / report abuse
tanjanoel
na ja - spanien ist nicht so meins - die art und weise wie dort tiere entsorgt werden - ist allea... more
2008-08-06 / / report abuse
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twitter buzz - Madrid
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thisisspain
True - champions elect RT @RealMadridNewss: Florentino Perez: We Have Built A Spectacular Real Madrid Team: Goal.com Re http://bit.ly/PlrPW
2009-09-17
madridyocio
Evento: Singstar mueve la noche madrileña del Hard Rock: El 01/10/2009 en Hard Rock Café (Madrid)
2009-09-17
1306am
I hope that @katemoross is still playing gigs with hearts revolution, they are coming to Madrid!
2009-09-17
sandralondon
mcfly played Not Alone and Too close for confort in Holland. ;( i wish they played that in madrid ;(
2009-09-17
ukfilms
iTunes UK films top 100: "Little Ashes" It's Madrid, 1922. Newly arrived at university is 18 year-old Salvador... http://tinyurl.com/nctj35
2009-09-17
MadridOlympics
2016 Games winner will have wafer-thin margin: Rogge - Washington Post http://bit.ly/2uddvo #madrid #olympics
2009-09-17
vickylovesJB
http://bit.ly/3QqGw2 buy tickets for Jonas Brothers's concert in MADRID!tell it to everybody!
2009-09-17
arrivegatwick
GATWICK AIRPORT - ARRIVAL - IB7646 - MADRID - SCHEDULED 14:35 - LANDED 14:32 - North Terminal
2009-09-17
arrivegatwick
GATWICK AIRPORT - ARRIVAL - BA2465 - MADRID - SCHEDULED 14:35 - LANDED 14:32 - North Terminal
2009-09-17
alpatadon
Fútbol: Real Madrid Midfielder Xabi Alonso Relieved As Tests Show Limited Damage http://bit.ly/ix2s0
2009-09-17
evarelac
2 meetings with investors this evening, about financing #cds2010. And it is still raining in Madrid... Who knows what is going to happen?
2009-09-17
evarelac
@jaime_estevez As usual. banks r always thinking on money u can give to them. A rainy day in Madrid and banks, is too much. I understand u.
2009-09-17
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