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Landscape of Light (Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro)
Madrid is an autonomous community that revolves around its capital, a city that never sleeps, vibrant, welcoming and full of contagious energy. It is an epicenter of art, with the Paseo del Prado housing the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums within a few meters. It is a capital of kings, with the majesty of the Royal Palace and its gardens. But Madrid is much more than its city: it is the university history of Alcalá de Henares, the Versailles gardens of Aranjuez and the peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama, which offer an escape from nature and fresh air just a few kilometers from the urban bustle. Madrid is an invitation to experience the streets, to enjoy its terraces, to have tapas in its markets, to get lost in its neighborhoods and to discover that there is always something new to do.
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Madrid is an autonomous community that revolves around its capital, a city that never sleeps, vibrant, welcoming and full of contagious energy. It is an epicenter of art, with the Paseo del Prado housing the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums within a few meters. It is a capital of kings, with the majesty of the Royal Palace and its gardens. But Madrid is much more than its city: it is the university history of Alcalá de Henares, the Versailles gardens of Aranjuez and the peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama, which offer an escape from nature and fresh air just a few kilometers from the urban bustle. Madrid is an invitation to experience the streets, to enjoy its terraces, to have tapas in its markets, to get lost in its neighborhoods and to discover that there is always something new to do.
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Landscape of Light (Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro)
A unique urban landscape where culture, science and nature come together. It is the first tree-lined promenade in Europe and is home to an exceptional concentration of institutions.
Monastery and Site of El Escorial
An impressive architectural complex that reflects the power of the Spanish empire in the 16th century.
Cultural Landscape of Aranjuez
An example of the complex relationship between nature and human action, with its palaces and spectacular gardens designed over centuries.
University and Historic Site of Alcalá de Henares
The world's first planned university city, whose model was exported to the Americas.
Festivals & Events
San Isidro Festivities
Around May 15.The great patron saint's day of Madrid. The city is filled with concerts, activities and traditions. The people of Madrid dress up as 'chulapos' and 'chulapas' to dance the chotis in the Pradera de San Isidro.
LGTBIQ+ Pride (MADO)
End of June / beginning of July.One of the largest and most important Pride celebrations in the world. The Chueca neighborhood is the epicenter of a week of concerts, parties and events that culminates with a massive and colorful demonstration-parade through the city center.
Summers of the Village
July and August.A great cultural festival that fills the city during the summer with an eclectic program that includes theater, music, dance and circus on different stages throughout Madrid.
Madrid is an autonomous community that revolves around its capital, a city that never sleeps, vibrant, welcoming and full of contagious energy. It is an epicenter of art, with the Paseo del Prado housing the Prado, Reina Sofía and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums within a few meters. It is a capital of kings, with the majesty of the Royal Palace and its gardens. But Madrid is much more than its city: it is the university history of Alcalá de Henares, the Versailles gardens of Aranjuez and the peaks of the Sierra de Guadarrama, which offer an escape from nature and fresh air just a few kilometers from the urban bustle. Madrid is an invitation to experience the streets, to enjoy its terraces, to have tapas in its markets, to get lost in its neighborhoods and to discover that there is always something new to do.
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**Madrid de los Austrias
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**A Journey into History
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Madrid is a very safe city, but as in any large capital, you must be careful with pickpockets in the subway and in areas with large tourist agglomerations. Summer can be extremely hot, with temperatures exceeding 35-40°C, so it is vital to hydrate and seek shade in the central hours of the day. The public transportation system (Metro) is excellent, it is the best way to get around the city.
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