Madrid Puerta del Sol
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Then on to Puerto del Sol. It's close to Plaza de Cibeles. There were renovation works being carried out and therefor the square looked not as to be expected. This was our fourth place to visit todayRead more
Then on to Puerto del Sol. It's close to Plaza de Cibeles. There were renovation works being carried out and therefor the square looked not as to be expected. This was our fourth place to visit todayRead more
Breakfast at the hotel and then starting Day 2 with a visit to the Buen Retiro Park.
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Again renovation works.
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Visiting a beautiful park with a lot of terraces to eat or drink and fountains and interesting buildings and monuments. We surely wanted to visit the Crystal Palace and the monument of Alfonso theRead more
After a short visit to the museum (Velázquez Palace) we went to the Crystal Palace. It's a very romantic spot, with a pond and a fountain and a terrace.
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Inside people were performing with music and movements. I was more interested in the place itself. So much glass and so much space, very high windows, and also beautiful tiles on the outside. EntranceRead more
The monument of Alfonso XII. Very impressive and beautiful spot. Really an 'eye-catcher'. You can also rent a small boat to go on theRead more
We walked to the exit of the park noticing the beautiful variety of trees, plants and flowers. It was a right choice to visit this wonderful park. Next stop is the royal palace. I had bought ticketsRead more
Entrance ticket price 12€, reduced price for my sister 6€. We arrived at a beautiful park close to the palace and looked for the main entrance. There was a long queue and we took place at the endRead more
Inside we could store our belongings into a locker and then we went outside to the square and took some pictures.