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Royal Palace: Royal Palace
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  • Written by Cool-123 on Apr 2, 2003
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  • Madrid Royal Palace
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  • The Royal Palace occupies the site of the Muslim Alcazar, rebuilt by Charles V and Philip II. From 1561 onwards, it was the usual residence of the monarchs. After its destruction by fire in 1734, Philip V ordered a New Royal Palace to be built on the same site.

    Areas visited: Main staircase, Halberdiers room, Hall of columns, Throne room, Saleta and antechamber of Charles III, Chamber and bedroom of Charles III, Gala dinning room, Music room, China collection and Royal chapel.

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    Phone: 91 454 8700 ext. 7240
    Directions: 3 mins walk from Metro "Opera"
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    Prado Museum: Museo Nacional Del Prado
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  • Madrid Prado Museum
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  • The collections here include Spanish, Italian, Flemish and Dutch, French and German painting. Besides the paintings, it also displaces the sculpture, decorative arts and drawings and prints. Don't miss Goya's and Dali's pictures.

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    Phone: 91 330 2800
    Directions: 10 mins walk from Metro "Banco de Espana" or "Atocha"
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    Puerta del Sol: Puerta del Sol
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  • There are many shops, restaurants, cafe and hotels near the square. Most people would like gathering here especially at night.

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    Plaza Mayor: Plaza Mayor
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  • There are some shops that you can buy the souvenir and you will find the tourist office. If you are lucky, you can enjoy the music with your drink.

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    Directions: 5 mins walk from Metro Sol
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    Churches: Monasterio de las Descalzas Reale
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  • It has tour escort and lasts 10 mins. Inside the building, there are some paintings and the decoration looks very nice.

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    Address: Plaza de la Descalzas 3
    Directions: 5 mins walk from Metro Sol
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    chancay Tue Oct 14, 2003 08:07 UTC
     really interesting tips! Great photos otra vez!

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