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Madrid the capital of Spain is characterized by intense cultural and artistic activity and a very lively nightlife. Madrid is a cosmopolitan city, a business center, headquarters for the Public Administration, Government, Spanish Parliament and the home of the Spanish Royal Family, Madrid also plays a major role in both the banking and industrial sectors.

The historic old town, also known as "Madrid de las Austrias" (referring to the Hapsburg empire) is a living example of the city's 16th and 17th century heyday, as is its impressive Plaza Mayor (square) this remains one of Spain's most popular sights and is a great starting point for your visit to Madrid.

Art and culture are central to Madrid life. The city has more than 73 museums that cover all fields of human knowledge. Of these, the most important are the Prado Museum, one of the world's greatest art galleries, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum with more than 800 paintings, sculptures and tapestries.

Madrid's varied and lively nightlife is another major attraction to this city; its pubs, bars, night clubs and flamingo clubs have a tremendous atmosphere and are a must for anyone visiting the city.

Shopping in Madrid is just what you would expect from a sophisticated European Capital, Plentiful, Entertaining and Varied

From the Gran Via near Callao offers many shopping options, or for those with a taste for luxury, the Salamanca neighbourhood offers many high end boutiques, and last but not least, the legendary Rastro flea market erupts each Sunday, just as it has for hundreds of years, the entire neighbourhood is packed elbow-to-elbow with shoppers and vendors selling just about anything you can imagine and of course there are many other shopping delights waiting for you in Madrid.

Like when your in any major city in the world, be aware of your surroundings at all times, do not be an easy target, a gulable tourist, be street smart, use your common sense and then you will be able to absorb the full flavour of this unique and amazing city has to offer.

Madrid has all types of accommodations from Bed and Breakfast, Hostels to luxury 5 Star Hotels, no matter your taste or budget there is something for you make sure you book in advance before you travel.

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