Top sigths of Spain
Casa Mila, La Pedrera, which is located in Barcelona, might be the most famous architectural place of interest in the country. The name of the building can be literally translated as "the stone cave". The building was constructed according to the project of Gaudi and was controlled by the famous architect. It's worth mentioning that all works of Gaudi are distinguished by original and unusual design. According to initial project, Casa Mila La Pedrera was intended to be made solely from curvilinear elements and slanting partitions, but later the architect changed his original thoughts and built a unique house that has absolutely no load-bearing walls. This is the only building in the country, where even balconies have an important construction rather than decorative role. … OpenChapters of the guide to Madrid
Active recreation
If you belong to the kind of tourists for whom active rest among snow and ice is nicer than beach tours to Spain, you will surely like the ski complexes of the capital of the country. In the vicinity of the city you will find several well-equipped places offering fun on the mountain slopes and admire the snow-capped peaks. Moreover, here in Madrid, you will find the Madrid SnowZone center, open all year round for … Open
Weekend in Madrid in original style
Having left the cellar, continue your walk on picturesque streets of Madrid and don’t be afraid if you notice that pictures on the façade of one historical building start changing. You’re not hallucinating and it’s, perhaps, too early to quit drinking wine. There is a unique building with a digital façade (Digital Façade) near the Atocha station. Every evening, many people come to see the … Open
Festivals and events in Madrid
During summer, the capital of beautiful Spain serves as the venue for two amazing music festivals. The first one, open-air Noches del Botánico festival, starts in June. Thousands of melomaniacs and just fans fell in love with its live sound, entertainment, and incredible scale: it lasts a month and involves popular musicians from Spain and world celebrities. The program of this event in the open air consists of … Open
Hotels for romantic escape
Hotel Abalú will be also liked by romantic travelers. The unique romantic design is one of the main advantages of this spectacular hotel. All guest rooms feature creative decorations of unusual shapes that are made of metal and glass. The overall look is perfectly emphasized by colorful designer furniture and draping with premium fabrics. Guests of the hotel are provided with a unique service – they can select a … Open
Advices for travellers
10. Do not take pictures of local people without their permission. Also it’s restricted to make photos of some strategically important objects - the metro station, bridges, government buildings and facilities located in the port area. 9. Special telephone booths or communication cabins are the most beneficial way to make phone calls to other countries. The phone calls made in the hotel will … Open
Hotels with history of Madrid
It would be a mistake not to mention the high-class Petit Palace Savoy Alfonso XII. Guests of this hotel have an opportunity to book rooms that still have many antique elements. Just like many decades ago, guest rooms feature stone walls and high oval shaped windows. The entrance to the hotel is still decorated with ancient forged iron gates. The historical splendor is skillfully underlined by modern designer … Open