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Madrid - Spain
The location of Madrid is at the geographical center of the Iberian Peninsula at the crossroads between Europe, America and Africa. The city boosts of superb air routes leading to the major cities of the world. 

The city of Madrid enjoys the privilege of being the capital city of Spain since 1562, hence attracts a huge tourist population.  The stable economic and political scenario has established the city as one of the fast progressing, major cities of the world. The cultural flavor of Madrid is equally appealing. Madrid as described today offers a unique fusion...Read More

Places To Visit

Hotels In Madrid

The hotel, whose history goes back to 1610, stands majestically depicting the 400 year old era. The...
Built almost 9 decades back in 1910, it touches shoulders with Prado and Thyssen museums. This...
Established in 1976, the hotel was earlier named as Hotel Princesa Plaza and was later named as...
Located in close proximity to boulevard Paseo de la Castellana, other landmarks within easy reach...
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Madrid's metro is based on two ...		 Driving tips
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Madrid - Spain

Madrid History
The history of Madrid dates back to the 9th century A.D. with mostly Muslims conquering the peninsula. A location was chosen by the Arabs to settle here that has Royal Palace standing there now. The city with its abundance of natural springs was earlier nicknamed as 'Mayrit' or 'Magerit',  meaning 'place of many springs' by the Arabs.
The Christians took over the city during 11th and 16th century and the town came under the management of Christians, however the city largely benefited by developments made by Muslims. 
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The Gran Melia Fenix Hotel
A five star hotel, it offers 215 guest rooms featuring 19th century English style decor....		 Hotel Melia Castilla
Located in close proximity to boulevard Paseo de la Castellana, other landmarks within easy reach...
Hotel Ritz
Built almost 9 decades back in 1910, it touches shoulders with Prado and Thyssen museums. This...		 Hotel Husa Princesa
Established in 1976, the hotel was earlier named as Hotel Princesa Plaza and was later named as...
Hotel Opera Madrid
Recently renovated, the hotel is located ideally at the core of Madrid amidst 'the Austrias', the...		 Hotel Best Western Atlantico
The history of the hotel dates back to 1921 and even today portrays the 17th and 18th century...
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ABC Serrano
One of the most upmarket malls in Madrid, housed within the old ABC newspaper premises.  ...		 Salamanca District
The Salamanca district  located in the northeast center of Madrid features exclusive shops of...
Madrid Majadahonda Market
A market for everyone and everything. Moderately priced, it offers a variety of items to suit many...		 Mercado Puerta de Toledo
With its vast collection of 14 shops, one finds here a plethora of collectable items, one of the...
El Corte Ingles
Considered the main chain of departmental stores, one may find a large assortment of Spanish...		 Galeri­a de Arte del Lubre
It is housed in a mid 19th century building shopping area and stocks plenty of souvenir and antique...
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Jueves Santo (Good Thursday) and Viernes Santo (Good Friday)
A week long religious celebration with processions taken out each night by men dressed in long...		 Almudena Day, patron saint of Madrid.
Festivities include preparation of special dishes, dances and  taking out of processions ...
Fiestas de San Lorenzo, San Cayetano and La Paloma.
These three festivals mirror the Madrid character with ten day festivities from the 6th to 15th....		 Reyes (Epiphany or Three King's Day)
Evening processions brighten the city with celebration. Kids are showered with sweets and later...
Festival de Otono, major performing arts festival in Madrid
The autumn season's biggest cultural show is put up with theatre, dance and musical performances...		 Fiestas del 2 de Mayo
Specific to Madrid, this festival is an amalgam of sports, music, dance and bullfights that go on...
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Zalacain Restaurant
Caters to the rich and famous of Madrid; consequently, there is a great...
 Jockey Restaurant
This restaurant has catered to the elite not only of Spain but some of the most important visitors...
Suntory
This restaurant is for the Japanese food aficionado who is willing to pay the price as well. The...		 Horcher
This restaurant has over the years become a specialist in serving central European dishes to the...
Tse Yang
The most exclusive and luxurious Chinese restaurant in Madrid, it is located in Hotel Villamagna....		 El Corral de la Moreria
The oldest Flamenco restaurant, it was inaugurated in 1957. Visitors have a choice of choosing a...
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Fast Facts
Location:
Madrid region, central Spain.
 
Dialing code:
+34(country-Spain)   91   (area code)    Emergency numbers
Rapid emergency number: 112.
Ambulance: 061
Fire: 080
National Police: 091   Population
3,155,359
 
Languages
Spanish Basque Gallegan Catalan
 
Time zone:
GMT + 1 (GMT + 2 from last Sunday in March to last Sunday in October).   Average January temperatures:
5°C (42°F)
 
Average July temperatures:
24°C (76°F)
 
Annual rainfall:
439mm (17 inches).  
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When To Go

When to go
The city of Madrid is synonymous with “Nueve meses de invierno, tres meses de infierno” meaning “nine months of winter, three months of hell”, however in reality it may ...

Kids In Tow

What to do with children in town
Aquopolis - If you and your children enjoy having some water related fun, then Madrid's two water ...

Health & Safety

Health and Safety
Like any other cosmopolitan city, Madrid has its own share of crimes. So to ensure safety at all costs, it is a good idea to avoid looking ...

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