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3 days ago · The story of the Royal Palace of Madrid began with a tragedy. On Christmas Eve 1734, the former Alcázar of Madrid, which had served as the royal residence for centuries, was consumed by a devastating fire. King Philip V, determined to create a palace that would surpass all others in grandeur, commissioned the construction of a new palace on ...
5 days ago · After breakfast, head to the Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real de Madrid), one of the most beautiful palaces in Europe. Take a guided tour to learn about its history and marvel at its opulent rooms. For lunch, dine at La Primera, known for its delicious Spanish cuisine.
5 days ago · Get to know the Royal Palace of Madrid without queues, with a professional guide. An immersion in Madrid's historical grandeur.
5 days ago · Practically speaking, when we say “Madrid’s City Center,” we’re talking about the area between the Royal Palace on the western end and Parque El Retiro on the eastern end. The northern boundary is Calle de José Abascal, and the southern boundaries are Puerta de Toledo and Puerta de Atocha (the train station).
5 days ago · Royal Palace – Madrid, Spain While Madrid feels much “newer” than most European capital cities, the Royal Palace is steeped in history. Located in the heart of the city next to popular attractions such as the Templo de Debod and Plaza de España, this massive neoclassical building has been home to Spanish royalty for over two centuries.
5 days ago · Was Madrid always the capital of Spain? What joins the Habsburgs with the Bourbons? How to plan a perfect trip to Madrid and what can surprised us there.
2 days ago · I had the place more or less to myself. Imagine visiting the Pantheon alone (well there was an attendant Googling on her mobile phone) in the presence of 11 kings and 1 queen. Some clearly imbeciles and sic transit gloria and all that. But the remains of Philip II and Charles I were right there. A royal audience of sorts. Philip and me. The ...
