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Destination: Madrid

Posted by editorial on Apr 19, 2010 in Travel

DISCOVER: MADRID

Modern. Historical. Romantic. Cultural. Words to describe this fascinating city. Madrid, Spain has been occupied since pre-historic times and the origins of the modern city, starting with the palace, date back to the 9th century. You’ll find Madrid awash with green spaces and parks; with a large one in central Madrid. Located in the Atocha Railway Station, the city’s central rail station is a 4,000 square meter indoor garden filled with tropical plants and is a destination for plant lovers to visit its hothouse and see the 500 species of plant life. There are also ponds, goldfish, shops and cafes.

Madrid a Blend of Modern and Historic

The Royal Botanical Gardens built in the 18th-century, are a collection of plants from across the globe and a location where herbal remedies are developed. Culturally the city is a destination for spectacular museums, art galleries, with a wide swing from ancient through very modern art, a bustling night life, shopping, architecture, classical music and opera, and of course bull fighting (if you are into watching that kind of thing). Take a virtual trip to Madrid with this video. For more travel information visit this site. No travel destination is complete without discovering their cuisine; aside from the well known Tapas, and the chocolaterias (con churros, of course! and for breakfast – they are serious chocolate lovers!) the food of Madrid is said to be hearty and rich. Madrid Spain is a culturally satisfying and total olfactory experience destination!