Spain - Madrid

History

Madrid, the capital of Spain, is a city with a long and rich history. It has been an important city since the Middle Ages, when it was the capital of the Kingdom of Castile. Madrid has been the capital of Spain since 1561, when King Philip II moved the court from Toledo.

Geography

Madrid is the capital of Spain and the largest city in the country. It is located in the center of the Iberian Peninsula, on the Manzanares River, in the autonomous community of Madrid. The city has a population of over 3 million people, making it the third-largest city in the European Union after London and Berlin.

Things to do

• Explore the Prado Museum

• Visit the Royal Palace of Madrid

• Take a stroll through Retiro Park

• Enjoy the nightlife in La Latina

• Visit the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium

• Take a tour of the Almudena Cathedral

• Shop at El Rastro Flea Market

• Enjoy the views from the Madrid Cable Car

• Visit the Reina Sofia Museum

• Take a day trip to Toledo

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