TRAVEL GUIDES DIRECTORY: MADRID SPAIN
PLACES OF INTEREST
Whether you are a history enthusiast or an ordinary visitor wishing to explore all of Madrid , there are numerous historical plazas, monuments and churches where you could admire the authentic Madrid culture.
The following is a list of Madrid places that you should not fail to see. After all, most of these landmarks will surely astound you and complete your Spanish getaway.
The plazas in Madrid have always been the traditional center where locals gather for celebrating events and festivals. Although there are plenty of plazas that you could choose from, they differ in shapes - some oval, round or rectangular.
Since Madrid is a Roman Catholic city, the churches and basilicas found in the city are almost thousands of years old. There are around 200 churches all throughout the city. The following religious buildings listed below are those that are a must to visit. It will definitely be worth the trip since each church displays a mixture of Madrid s finest in history, arts, culture, architecture and religion.
Aside from the picturesque religious buildings, plazas and monuments, these landmarks reflect the historical side of Madrid . Known as puertas or gateways, these landmarks signify the termination of major routes into the city.
Most of these landmarks are best visited at night when the city s lights illuminate its spectacular scenario.
For more information on Madrid Spain please visit Allmadrid.com, offering the most complete information about Madrid Spain.
|