It is quite likely that during one of your visits to Retiro Park you have come across today’s protagonist. We are talking about the oldest tree in the city of Madrid, a majestic Montezuma cypress that has been a part of the capital’s history for almost 400 years.

This particular tree is said to have been planted in 1630, Read full article

Retiro is one of the most charming parts of Madrid. Many couples and families with children come here for a boat ride, something we should all do at least once in our lives. To admire the warm autumnal landscape while we discover the wonders of this peculiar lake is an unforgettable experience.
Ten things you probably didn’t know about the lake in Retiro
Everyone knows the iconic lake in Retiro Park. Read full article

Madrid is much more than the capital of Spain. It is also one of the cities that changes the most in autumn. Without a doubt, walking down its vibrant streets while we admire its beautiful brown and orange landscape is the perfect dream of any tourist. In this article we will introduce you to the most noteworthy monuments you can visit while strolling around the city. Read full article

Madrid has many interesting tourist sites that make it a perfect destination. Among them are the Sabatini Gardens, located in front of the Royal Palace, which makes them a perfect addition to any of our walks through the city centre. From our hotel it is a pleasant walk of less than twenty minutes.
Magical gardens
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Did you know that Madrid has many public and private points from which to freely access Wifi Internet? It is a widely connected city, where you will not find it difficult to access the net at any time during your trip or while you are waiting to enter a business meeting.
1) Information points
You’ve probably seen in Madrid stands with an “i” for Information on a yellow disc: these are the tourist information centres that are spread around the city. Read full article

On the occasion of the centenary of the death of the famous writer Benito Pérez Galdós, we dive into his work to discover that other Madrid of the 19th century, so different and yet so recognisable, which has been portrayed in his novels.

They tell about Galdós, and he himself confirms this in texts written as prologues to reprints of his works and correspondence, Read full article

Did you know that, since 15 May our city has pedestrianised more than 28.9 kilometres of streets so that you can walk up and down them freely?

It’s just one of the measures implemented by Madrid City Council recently in order to help guarantee social distancing during the coronavirus pandemic. On Saturdays, Sundays and public holidays from 08:00 to 14:00 and from 16:00 to 22:00, Read full article

Did you know that Madrid is the city with the second-most trees in the whole world? With a whopping total of 248,000 it’s only topped by the capital of Japan, Tokyo. In February this year, Madrid was recognised by the UN and the Arbor Day Foundation as a ‘Tree City of the World’, a distinction bestowed on a total of 60 cities around the world including Madrid, Read full article

Just a stone’s throw from the Hotel Liabeny, in the heart of Madrid’s historic quarter, is this famous two-storey market that in recent years has become one of the most cutting-edge spaces in the capital. With a vintage façade and an unmistakable iron structure, the Mercado de San Miguel market provides visitors with thrilling experiences both day and night. Read full article

Madrid is a city full of secrets and hidden corners. El Retiro Park, the city’s green lung, is no exception: here we can feel an almost magical connection to the legends of the past. This is the story of the elf of El Retiro, and once you have read it you will want to rush to Madrid to look for the infamous creature. Read full article