Madrid

The capital of Spain and the literary capital of the world – Madrid, is a combination of historic landmarks, opulent palaces, notable broadways, cultural squares and iconic sculptures. The Gran Via central street leads the way through the monochrome neo-classical facades. Plaza Mayor and Plaza de Cibeles are the major squares to celebrate public life. The Egyptian Temple of Debod brings some spiritual inspiration and the Golden Triangle of Museums some artistic touch.  The Royal Palace of Madrid is the largest functioning palace in Europe, intertwining Gothic, Neoclassical, French, Italian and Victorian architectural styles. El Oso y el Madroño is a 20^th century Statue of the Bear and the Strawberry Tree by the sculptor Antonio Navarro Santafé. Bocadillo de calamares or the Squid Sandwich rules Madrid’s taste buds.