As was customary throughout all history of our civilisation, large cities of high strategic importance were built along large rivers. Such location helped (or rather allowed) for large-scale trade and made defending and developing the nearby areas easier. Madrid is certainly one such city, being the capital of Spain for many years now, even if you’re more familiar with Barcelona when it comes to Spanish cities. As such, when going to Madrid, what river can you expect there? Which river flows through Madrid?
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Five reasons why winter holidays in Madrid are a great idea!
Generally, we could say that Spain is a great place for sunny winter holidays, though, due to its vastness, Spain simultaneously has places with 20 degrees Celsius in winter and those cosily covered in snow. So where does Madrid fall? What is the weather like in Madrid in winter? We’ll touch upon that in today’s post as well as going over five reasons why you should consider winter holidays in Madrid.
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What’s flamenco? How did it come to be that a dancer in a long ruffled dress became one of Spain’s most recognisable symbols? And, most importantly, where can you watch flamenco for yourself when in Spain?
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How many days do you need in Madrid?
Madrid is Spain’s largest city, so it seems reasonable to question whether the few free days you have will be enough for it. Can you leave Madrid satisfied after one or two days? Maybe a three-day trip is not enough?
13 best places to see in Madrid (2023)
Planning a tour to Madrid? Luckily for you, Madrid has a bit of everything for everyone. Do you like football? Here, the Real Madrid stadium. Love art? More than 30 museums are waiting for you. You’ve got markets, squares, parks, Egyptian temples, everything. In today’s post, we’ll provide you with plenty of recommendations to choose from for your perfect trip and show you a Madrid you may not yet be familiar with. Here are the best attractions Madrid has to offer.
Safety in Madrid 2021, pickpockets, should you be cautious?
When going to a foreign country, there’s often that thought about safety of such a trip. Spain’s no different. What to look out for in Spain? Is Madrid safe? Are there many pickpockets in Madrid? Is nightlife safe in Madrid?
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