Достопримечательности и памятники в г. Мадрид

“It is widely considered to have one of the world's finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th century to the early 20th century, based on the former Spanish Royal Collection, and the single best collection of Spanish art. ”

“(Metro Atocha - Linea 1) The museum is mainly dedicated to Spanish art. Highlights of the museum include excellent collections of Spain's two greatest 20thcentury masters, Pablo Picasso and Salvador Dalí. Certainly, the most famous masterpiece in the museum is Picasso's painting Guernica.”

“With over 1,600 paintings, it was once the second largest private collection in the world after the British Royal Collection. A competition was held to house the core of the collection in 1987–88 after Baron Thyssen, having tried to enlarge his Museum in Lugano(Villa Favorita), searched for a location in Europe. The Thyssen-Bornemisza fills the historical gaps in its counterparts' collections: in the Prado's case this includes Italian primitives and works from the English, Dutch and German schools, while in the case of the Reina Sofia it concerns Impressionists, Expressionists, and European and American paintings from the 20th century. ”

“The Royal Palace of Madrid (Spanish: Palacio Real de Madrid) is the official residence of the Spanish royal family at the city of Madrid, although now only used for state ceremonies. The palace has 135,000 square metres (1,450,000 sq ft) of floor space and contains 3,418 rooms. It is the largest functioning royal palace and the largest by floor area in Europe.”

“A not to miss landmark is the Vertical Garden of Caixaforum, designed by Patric Blanc.”

“This used to be Sorolla's family home and studio. It is located in the middle of the city, and features a garden inspired in Jardines del Generalife, of Alhambra in Granada. It is truly a magical space.”

“Home to the Master of Light Joanquin Sorolla, beautiful gardens and some master pieces of the painter. Highly recommended. ”

“In addition to beeing an astonishing reconstruction of an ancient Egiptian Temple, it has one of the best views in Madrid, specially for sunsets. ”

“Great views! You can enjoy a very nice sunset and Palacio de Oriente views. ”

“This used to be Sorolla's family home and studio. It is located in the middle of the city, and features a garden inspired in Jardines del Generalife, of Alhambra in Granada. It is truly a magical space.”

“Home to the Master of Light Joanquin Sorolla, beautiful gardens and some master pieces of the painter. Highly recommended. ”

“A block south of Plaza de la Cibeles, this museum will appeal to those who always wondered what the Spanish Armada really looked like. On display are quite extraordinary models of ships from the earliest days of Spain’s maritime history to the 20th century. Lovers of antique maps will also find plenty of interest, especially Juan de la Cosa’s parchment map of the known world, put together in 1500. The accuracy of Europe and Africa is astounding, and it’s supposedly the first map to show the Americas. Also of interest is the wall-sized map showing Spanish maritime journeys of discovery from the 15th to 18th centuries. Statue of Don Blas de Lezo (3 February 1689 – 7 September 1741) one the Greatest Admirals of all time and unfortunately one of the most unknown Spanish heroes well deserves a visit - it is located at Plaza de Colon. ”

“On the 14th of February 1972 the Madrid Wax Museum opened its doors. Located on the Paseo de Recoletos, it is at the start of what is known as the "golden mile" of Madrid Museums. Marilyn Monroe2,000 square metres split over two floors; it has over forty rooms in which the visitor can travel through time. Thanks to the combination of spaces, environments, lights and sounds, each person who is represented takes on a special dimension in time, which allows the visitor to stand before the character who has been recreated in the environment in which they lived... Antonio BanderasPermanently being updated, it is a Museum which contains representations of the most prominent figures today: George Clooney, Brad Pitt, Angelina Jolie, Mariano Rajoy, Andrés Iniesta, Penélope Cruz, Antonio Banderas, David Villa, Barack Obama, Rafa Nadal, Mario Vargas Llosa, Iker Casillas, Miley Cyrus and Sponge Bob, have been added to an exhibition in which, among hundreds of figures, you can see El Cid, Camilo José Cela, the Catholic Monarchs, Fernando Torres, Yasser Arafat, Antonio Gala and David Bisbal…, most of the contemporary characters have personally inaugurated their sculptures, which wear clothes from their personal wardrobes, for example Montserrat Caballé, Rafael Alberti, Zinedine Zidane, Antonio Gala, Lola Flores and Miguel Induraín, Joaquín Rodrigo, Severo Ochoa, Mario Vargas Llosa, Rafa Nadal, Joaquín Cortés, Iker Casillas and King Juan Carlos I. The spectacular sets, made by the best artists, are home to the figures and, combined with the Museum’s other attractions like the “Terror Train”, “Simulator” and “Multivision”, they help ensure that our visitors enjoy hours of fun and discovery. And if that’s the case, we’ve achieved our goal.”

“My favourite museum. The museum contains important collections of valuable works from the prehistoric period to the nineteenth century, with a focus on Iberian work. Major categories include jewellery, small bronzes, both ecclesiastical and domestic silver, ceramics, carved ivory, and numismatics. Objects come not only from Iberia but also from major centers of medieval artistry, including Limoges and Egypt. While the Renaissance is especially well represented, the collection features important early medieval objects, including Visigothic work, and works crafted by Iberia's ancient Celtic culture. ”

“One of Madrid’s most traditional green spaces. Located in La Latina, next to the Viaducto de Segovia, the Fiestas de San Isidro, the patron saint of Madrid, are held here every year. At the southern end, you’ll find Parque de la Cornisa, which surrounds the Real Basílica de San Francisco el Grande, and which has an extensive area of gardens Venture to the top of the hillside to enjoy some really spectacular views.”

“Increibles vistas de Madrid. También en el Parque Payaso Fofó, más cercano a casa.”

“The Faro de Moncloa is a 100-metre (330 ft)-high transmission tower with an observation deck at the Plaza De Moncloa, Madrid, Spain. It was project by architect Salvador Pérez Arroyo and built in 1992. ”

“Jardín de 1,74 hectáreas que es usado por los madrileños para sentarse en verano en cualquiera de sus terrazas. Fue diseñado en los años 30 y 40 por los arquitectos Fernando García Mercadal (1932) y Manuel Herrero Palacios (1945) que configuraron un primer cuerpo rodeado por un murete, al que se accede por unas escaleras, una zona estancial con árboles, fuente central y señalados macizos con césped, pasos de granito y farolas y un busto de Zuloaga. Denominado de las Vistillas por sus magníficas vistas de la ribera del Manzanares y la Casa de Campo, es lugar, además, de famosas verbenas y festejos populares. Los días de buen tiempo, este pequeño parque arbolado se llena de terrazas, que se c”

“Es una de las zonas más castizas. Puedes ver atardecer aquí y luego salir de copas por los bares del barrio, La Latina. Mi preferido es Barrio Alto, en c/ Humilladero.”

“2. Plaza Mayor The Plaza Mayor, located in the heart of the city a few minutes walk from the Puerta del Sol, is another of the essential places to visit in Madrid. This rectangular plaza 129 meters long and 94 wide, is surrounded by buildings and prominent places such as the Arco de Cuchilleros, the Casa de la Panadería, the most important building in the Plaza Mayor and the Statue of Felipe III, a gift from Duke of Florence.”

“Puerta del Sol is one of the most famous squares in Madrid and you can find some of the most important points and buildings in the capital.”

“Located in the center of Madrid, the royal botanical garden gives visitors the chance to enjoy the peace and quiet of being immersed in nature. While the garden has species dating back more than two centuries for visitors to enjoy, it is also the home to both researchers and botanists. A great collection of plants and flowers from the Americas and the Pacific, including Europa's most ancient magnolia.”

“Wonderful neighborhood where famous writers lived during the Spanish Golden Age. Very lively with a lot of bars and restaurants.”

“Epicenter of Madrid - New year - la estatua del oso - carlos III sobre su cavallo - el 20 de mayo - lot of famous buildings historically, where people and merchants used to go for outside news. ”

“One of the most known monuments in Madrid. Spectacular views of Calle Alcala from here. Retiro Park in one of the sides of the square. Cool terraces for eating or having a coffee day and night.”

“Malasaña square with terraces, small market on sundays and bohemian atmosphere.”

“Old monumental gateway to Madrid. You can still see in it the impact of Civil War bullets.”

“My favourite museum. The museum contains important collections of valuable works from the prehistoric period to the nineteenth century, with a focus on Iberian work. Major categories include jewellery, small bronzes, both ecclesiastical and domestic silver, ceramics, carved ivory, and numismatics. Objects come not only from Iberia but also from major centers of medieval artistry, including Limoges and Egypt. While the Renaissance is especially well represented, the collection features important early medieval objects, including Visigothic work, and works crafted by Iberia's ancient Celtic culture. ”

“Conde Duque is a great place for art exhibits, musical performanes, and plays. The building is historic and beautiful and in hot weather a good place to cool off. The cultural space of Conde Duque offers more than 58.777 square meters dedicated to culture. In addition to several exhibition halls, an auditorium and a theatre. It is also home to the ARchivo de la Villa, the Historical Library, the Municipal Library and the Biblioteca Digital Memoria of Madrid. ”

“Un lugar donde ir a leer, conectarse a internet y estudiar. La parte de arriba, con su cúpula, es muy especial. ”

“El patrimonio bibliográfico y documental de España se custodia en la Biblioteca Nacional, instalada en un espléndido edificio del siglo XIX en el paseo de Recoletos. La Biblioteca Nacional conserva ejemplares de todos los libros publicados en España, además de una valiosa colección de incunables, manuscritos, estampas, dibujos, fotografías, grabaciones sonoras, partituras, etc. La institución cuenta con una segunda sede en el campus de Alcalá de Henares, que funciona como extensión de los depósitos de la sede principal.”

“Dentro del Retiro y en la antigua Casa de Fieras. Con una programación muy extensa de actividades gratuitas.”

“Si buscas un lugar tranquilo para el estudio,leer prensa, préstamo de libros u otros formatos, búsqueda de información.”