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From Madrid to Heaven! It is one of the most popular sayings about the city. The sky of Madrid has an intense blue colour that makes it characteristic. It is the Spanish capital since 1561 and it is home to important institutions of the State as it is the central government’s headquarters. Moreover, it is the official residence of the Spanish monarchs and some national bodies, such as the Spanish Royal Academy, and of international bodies like the World Tourism Organization.
Between Puerta del Sol and the Royal Palace we find street, squares and buildings where Madrid village born. Always animated, you will enjoy a great environment to walk by them.
Among this cultural offering, three world’s top art galleries should be highlighted: Prado Museum, Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and Reina Sofía Museum, forming what is called The Art Walk.
The gastronomy of Madrid is a mixture of tradition and modernity, the most traditional restaurants are mixed with others of vanguard, with a good number of Michelin stars in their stoves..
Madrid is known due to its stable cultural offering, capable of satisfying the most demanding tourist expectations and able to adapt to the necessities of beginners in the world of culture and arts. More than 100 museums, almost 200 theatres and countless galleries and showrooms, besides cultural centres, cinemas and various events of national importance shape this high-level cultural program.
Madrid is the second shopping destination in Europe and one of the most important in the World. You will find pretty much everything you can imagine due to its big and diverse shopping areas.
In Madrid, the arrival of good weather is synonymous with terraces. A beer after work, friends and some snacks are the perfect plan to disconnect. We make a selection of the best, for you to enjoy the views of the city at sunset. From Madrid to heaven...
Cinemas, theatres, shopping malls, pubs, restaurants, theme parks, shopping areas, parks and gardens, museums, historic monuments, etc. are major choices, as you can see, for have some entertainment in Madrid, which is a reference place for those who want to accomplish their entertainment expectations.
Madrid has a strategic location combined with good communication and infrastructures, which makes the city one of the most important headquarters of businesses all around the World.
Madrid is the main capital of Spain for LGTB – Lesbian, Gay, Transgender, Bisexual– tourism.
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