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Madrid, Spain
Welcome to Madrid, the political and financial capital of modern Spain. With its incredible offer of museums, myriad of cultural activities, delicious cuisine and unbeatable nightlife, it easily rivals the best the world has to offer. |
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In 1561, Madrid - with a population of 15,000 - became the capital of Spain by decree of King Felipe II. He chose Madrid because of its central location, his aim being to unify the disparate regions of the peninsula and his vast empire.
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| Good food and drink are central to life in Madrid, and there's no shortage of either anywhere in the city. The bars are full of people having tapas along with a drink. Two of the most popular tapas are boquerones en vinagre (marinated anchovies) and... [ more ] |
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