Discover El Escorial: History, Heritage and Nature just a stone's throw from Madrid
Just an hour from the bustling centre of the capital is San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a monumental and natural enclave that holds within its walls centuries of history. Considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world, the Monastery of El Escorial is a must-see for those wishing to explore one of the world's [...]
Madrid's Plaza Mayor, a journey through the capital's history
Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the city's most emblematic spaces, located in the heart of the centre of Madrid. This large rectangular square, surrounded by red brick buildings and slate roofs, has been the scene of celebrations, bullfights, royal proclamations and, in times gone by, public executions. Its history [...]
Discover the Temple of Debod: Egyptian History and Magic in the Heart of Madrid
In the heart of Madrid, in the gardens of the Parque del Oeste and with privileged views of the city, is one of the most enigmatic and surprising monuments in the capital: the Temple of Debod. This ancient Egyptian sanctuary is a testimony to the millenary history of Egypt and a unique architectural jewel in [...]
The Prado Museum: A Jewel of Art in Madrid
The Museo Nacional del Prado is one of Madrid's most emblematic museums and one of the world's leading art galleries. Its extraordinary collection of Spanish art makes it a pillar of the 'Madrid art triangle', along with the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Founded in [...]
The Prado Museum: A Jewel of Art in Madrid
The Museo Nacional del Prado is one of Madrid's most emblematic museums and one of the world's leading art galleries. Its extraordinary collection of Spanish art makes it a pillar of the 'Madrid art triangle', along with the Museo Nacional Thyssen-Bornemisza and the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina Sofía. Founded in [...]
Discover El Escorial: History, Heritage and Nature just a stone's throw from Madrid
Just an hour from the bustling centre of the capital is San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a monumental and natural enclave that holds within its walls centuries of history. Considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world, the Monastery of El Escorial is a must-see for those wishing to explore one of the world's [...]
Madrid's Plaza Mayor, a journey through the capital's history
Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the city's most emblematic spaces, located in the heart of the centre of Madrid. This large rectangular square, surrounded by red brick buildings and slate roofs, has been the scene of celebrations, bullfights, royal proclamations and, in times gone by, public executions. Its history [...]
Discover the Temple of Debod: Egyptian History and Magic in the Heart of Madrid
In the heart of Madrid, in the gardens of the Parque del Oeste and with privileged views of the city, is one of the most enigmatic and surprising monuments in the capital: the Temple of Debod. This ancient Egyptian sanctuary is a testimony to the millenary history of Egypt and a unique architectural jewel in [...]
Discover El Escorial: History, Heritage and Nature just a stone's throw from Madrid
Just an hour from the bustling centre of the capital is San Lorenzo de El Escorial, a monumental and natural enclave that holds within its walls centuries of history. Considered by many to be the eighth wonder of the world, the Monastery of El Escorial is a must-see for those wishing to explore one of the world's [...]
Madrid's Plaza Mayor, a journey through the capital's history
Madrid's Plaza Mayor is one of the city's most emblematic spaces, located in the heart of the centre of Madrid. This large rectangular square, surrounded by red brick buildings and slate roofs, has been the scene of celebrations, bullfights, royal proclamations and, in times gone by, public executions. Its history [...]