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I traveled to Spain on my own! Having landed in MADRID, a city which I'm completely at a loss (not understanding a single word of Spanish!), I lugged my belongings from the airport & proceeded to the hotel. The cab driver was very friendly & chatty, but hey, he spoke v. little English, so I was more interested in where he was driving me to than just socializing! Finally, after more than 1/2 an hour (there was traffic jam along the way...) I reached the hotel at Gran Via which I had a reservation for 3 nights. Everything was fine & I was trying to find some light in this wintery afternoon. It was freezing in Madrid, brrrrrr!
Madrid was not what I had expected. It's quite different from those Western European cities I had visited in the last few years; a little less flamboyant & less orderly. On my 2nd day, having regained some energy after a good night sleep, I decided to head for Old Madrid where the city center is & the museums (east of the city). Now the sights improved with each visits to a historical, cultural & civic center. Perhaps, a good rest & food do wonders to one's mind & perception ;-D .
Sights in Spain are as varied as its history. To have an indepth understanding & appreciation, one needs lots of reading & a really good guide book (or several!) before arriving to this country. Unless, you're a European with a curious mind like Lobota!
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Madrid is the capital of Spain.
Population: over 3 million.
Altitude: 660 m / 2150 ft (No wonder it's so cold!).
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TOLEDO
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TOLEDO: This historic center is not in the Madrid Province but in Central Spain. However, a day excursion is available... more travel advice
Toledo Cathedral
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TOLEDO CATHEDRAL: Built on the site of a 7th century church the cathedral began work in 1226 & was only completed in... more travel advice
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San Lorenzo De El Escorial
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An excursion to northwest Madrid proved to be enlightening. SAN LORENZO DE EL ESCORIAL is the grey palace of Felipe II.... more travel advice
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dont advertise yourself and you will b ok, have faith in the creatert
Please take a look at my Silifke page for more information about The 3 Graces.
Great info Sharrie - this is somewhere I should definitely get to - thanks!
Madrid is an elegant city that you do great justice. Loved the Prado too. It might be my favourite art gallery.
shame you dont seem to have experienced the nightlife, it is one of the best in Europe.
many beautiful buildings
Excellent . So informative!
Thanks! Leaving there this spring!
very nice
Madrid is a lovely city. Excellent page.