Although Madrid may not be as beautiful architecturally as some of the other main cities of Spain, the the culture, the energy and the nightlife makes up for that. Known throughout Europe as having some of the best dance clubs and trendy bars, many travel to Madrid throughout the year. Most of the activities, and various museums are located in a small, compact area downtown. The city itself is compact, and getting around is easy, most times one is able to get by foot. Madrid has been the capital city since 1562. Not only is it the capital but it is also the exact, geographical center of the entire Peninsula.
Any tours of Europe have included Madrid as an important city, most important for any traveling that surrounds and concerns the art galleries and museums of the entire continent. One of the most famous museums in the world is the Prado. This museum is located in a section of Madrid called Museum Mile. The Thyssen Bonemiza Museum is well known as well, and is one of the most extensive and one of the most important collections. This museum, and many of the museums in this district house some of the most famous European and Spanish works of art, as well as the work of the masters of the Renaissance on through to contemporary art. Some are more focused on the Spanish artists such as Picasso, Dali, and Miro.
And if the art is not something one is interested there are various other options also within walking distance from the Madrid best hotels. The largest building in the country is the Plaza de Toros . This is where the bullfights occur regularly. They are quite dramatic and exciting, however for many the brutality and blood is just a bit too much. Close by is the arena where the two famous football teams play, either Atletico de Madrid or the team Real Madrid provide excitement a little less blood thirsty than that provided at the bullring.
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