Madrid, the capital city of Spain, has a colourful history and a rich and vibrant culture. Since 1561, the city has been the political base of the country and home to the monarchy, and in the years following Charles III, it started to transform into a deserving capital city. Due to the presence of the monarchy, the city was often the origin of any uprisings or complaints from the civilian population. The country went through a civil war from 1936-39, and the city was the base for the Republicans. There was an industrial boom from 1959 to the early 1970s and the influx of workers meant the city expanded significantly to accommodate them and since then it has become one of the world's major capital cities. Like any capital city, it has numerous cultural and tourist attractions.
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Of course Madrid is a must-see for football fans, but apart from this it is also a walhalla for art-lovers or for those who fancy a vibrant nightlife. Or you prefer to have a night out to the opera? Let Madrid amaze you!
Madrid's art museums are considered some of the best in the world. There are many fantastic pieces of art in the Prado Museum, the Reina Sofia National Art Museum and the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum. For premier classical music concerts visit the the Auditorio Nacional de Musica, or the Teatro Real for some opera with the resident orchestra, the Madrid Symphony Orchestra.
There are many religious festivals held throughout the city each year, including the feast day of San Isidro Labrador, Madrid's patron saint, in May, and the Feast of the Virgin of Almudena in November.
The city has two big football clubs, but Real Madrid is the biggest, and a visit to their stadium, the Santiago Bernabeu, is a highlight for many visiting football fans. The city comes alive at night, and the wide range of bars, cafes and restaurants makes the large avenues and cobbled lanes a delight to explore.
There are a number of cultural, traditional and religious festivals throughout the year on the streets of the city.
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If you want to miss the mass tourists and summer heat waves, Spring (March to May) or Fall (September to November) is a great time to visit Madrid.
Just like the other European major cities, Madrid is very safe to visit.
Madrid is a great and safe destination for travelling alone. Local people are also very friendly and helpful.
Madrid is a very walkable city since the most iconic sites are within walking distance.
The major and biggest train station in Madrid is Madrid Atocha, which is a hub for high-speed services from all over the country.
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