From Crystal Palace to Royal Palace de Madrid
El Retiro Park is located in the heart of Madrid and is one of the most beautiful parks we visited! Beautiful gardens, monuments, and around the middle of the park lies a large lake where you can hire rowing boats (there was a huge queue when we went but definitely worth the wait). A few minutes away is the grand central square Plaza Mayor, with many little shops where you can buy some souvenirs, small cafes and street musicians/performers. If you are a foodie, the next spot is surely something you wouldn't want to skip - San Miguel Market. Numerous options, ranging from tapas prepared with fish and seafood to a wide variety of gourmet cheeses, jamon, meat, fruit, vegetables and desserts. And after having our tapas, just a few minutes from the market is the Royal Palace and Catedral de la Almudena.
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El Retiro is one of the largest parks of the city of Madrid, Spain. The park belonged to the Spanish Monarchy until the late 19th century, when it became a public park. — Wikipedia
Recoletos is one of the six wards (barrios) of Salamanca in Madrid, Spain. — Wikipedia
The Plaza Mayor is a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid. It was first built (1580–1619) during the reign of Philip III. — Wikipedia
The Market of San Miguel is a covered market located in Madrid, Spain. Originally built in 1916, it was purchased by private investors in 2003 who renovated the iron structure and reopened it in 2009. — Wikipedia
The Royal Palace of Madrid is the official residence of the Spanish royal family in the city of Madrid, although now used only for state ceremonies. — Wikipedia
Almudena Cathedral is a Catholic church in Madrid, Spain. It is the seat of the Roman Catholic Archdiocese of Madrid. The cathedral was consecrated by Pope John Paul II in 1993. — Wikipedia
