Anthony’s Exchange Life in Spain — Madrid
This is Madrid! Let’s start the travel journey! ❤
Here comes the travel blog of Anthony’s Exchange Life in Spain! ❤
This is Madrid! Let’s start the travel journey! ❤
Arrival
After I arrived in Madrid, I first took the airport express bus from Airport to Atocha.
Then, I took the metro from Atocha to Gran Via, where the hotel was located. It was close to the city centre.
Food
First of all, I finally got a chance to try the Spanish breakfast.
I went to a restaurant called Madrid Madriz.
Here are the menus. The handwritten menus are so appealing. ❤
You can learn some useful Spanish here. For example:
- desayuno = breakfast
- menú del día = menu of the day
- postre = dessert
- bebidas = drinks …
This is awesome.
I got a Spanish omelette served with bread and a cup of latte coffee as my first Spanish breakfast.
(In Spanish: una totilla de patatas con pan y un taza del café con leche)
Sightseeing
Temple of Debod
The Temple of Debod is an ancient Egyptian temple that was dismantled and rebuilt in the centre of Madrid. It is located in a park and I would say there is nothing but a historical monument.
La Puerta del Sol
La Puerta del Sol (The Sun’s Gate) is a public square in Madrid, which is one of the best known and busiest places in the city. This is the centre of the radial network of Spanish roads. The square also contains the famous clock whose bells mark the traditional eating of the Twelve Grapes and the beginning of a new year.
Comparing La Puerta Del Sol during the daytime and nighttime, they are picturesque, thanks to the gigantic Christmas tree decorations.
Royal Palace of Madrid
The Royal Palace of Madrid is the official residence of the Spanish royal family in the city of Madrid. However, it is now used only for state ceremonies. It is the largest functioning royal palace and the largest by floor area in Europe.
Saint Michael Market
Saint Michael Market was originally built in 1916 and purchased by private investors in 2003 who renovated the iron structure and reopened it in 2009. Now, it is a covered gourmet tapas market most welcomed in Madrid among tourists.
Retiro Park
Retiro Park belonged to the Spanish Monarchy. Until the late 19th century, it became a public park. It became part of a combined UNESCO World Heritage Site with Paseo del Prado in 2021.
Toledo
Toledo is also a place that you should not miss when you are visiting Madrid. It is located in the south of Madrid, only an hour away from Madrid by car or train.
Toledo was declared a World Heritage Site by UNESCO in 1986 for its extensive monumental and cultural heritage.
While you are visiting Toledo, you may consider taking a tourist locomotive train, Toledo Train Vision. It includes transportation for travelling around Toledo and a tour guide to explain the history of Toledo.
Segovia
Segovia is a historic city northwest of Madrid. Its centuries of settlement have resulted in a rich architectural legacy, including medieval walls, Romanesque churches, a former royal palace and a Gothic cathedral.
Aqueduct of Segovia
The Aqueduct of Segovia is a Roman aqueduct. It is one of the best-preserved elevated Roman aqueducts and the foremost symbol of Segovia, as evidenced by its presence on the city’s coat of arms.
Frankly speaking, I visit Segovia mainly for the aqueduct.
How could the Romans build this massive aqueduct with primitive tools and skills? It is truly amazing!
You don’t need to be good at photography. You can take a decent picture easily with this spectacular view.
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