Walking the streets of downtown, meet the Barrio de los Austrias, is the best way to take the pulse of this fascinating metropolis.

The tour can begin with the famous Puerta del Sol, the heart of the city and a meeting place for the locals. Is zero kilometer marker of the Spanish road network between buildings and nearby stands the Casa de Correos, current seat of the Presidency of the Community of Madrid.
In the square stand two statues: one of Venus, which its inhabitants call Mariblanca and the bear and the strawberry tree, symbol of the city. By following along Calle Mayor you reach the Plaza Mayor, one of the most beautiful and harmonious in Madrid. Rectangular in shape, is surrounded by buildings and red façade was long the scene of important political events as well as hosting a picturesque market. From there you can take the street Cuchilleros and relax in one of the many bars and cafes that are in that area.
Another alternative is to follow the Toledo street leading to the famous Rastro market, where the weekend takes place one of the most entertaining street fairs of Spain. Not far from there is the Royal Palace, one of the most impressive buildings. This elegant palace has more rooms than any other European palace and is now used for official (April-September, is open Monday to Saturday from 9-18 and holidays from 9-15, from Oct to March, open Monday Saturday from 9:30 to 17 and Sundays and holidays from 9 to 14).
The Plaza of Spain with its huge stone obelisk and statues of Don Quixote and Sancho Panza are worth a visit. Throughout this journey, which leads to the famous Gran Vía, is possible to find examples of a rich architecture, from baroque to modern constructions.

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