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Madrid
The Spanish capital, situated in the heart of the Iberian Peninsula, is an elegant city of broad avenues, magestic buildings and manicured parks.
Although this is a stark contrast to Barcelona or the historic cities of Andalucìa, Madrid has plenty to offer the traveller. This city of over three million is home to the renowned Museo del Prado which is ranked as one of Europe's top art museums featuring the works of many of Spain's and Europe's top Rennaissance artists.
Other attractions include the impressive Parque del Retiro and the huge El Rastro flea market.
Madrid is not a city which grabs you straight away but one which you grow to love over time. Spend a couple of days here and you'll discover that Madrid is a vibrant city with a atmosphere that draws you closer to the heart of Spain.
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INFORMATION CENTRES
Madrid Tourism Centre
Casa de la Panadería, Plaza Mayor, Madrid
Website www.esmadrid.com
Open 9.30am-8.30pm daily
EMBASSIES & CONSULATES
Australian Embassy
Plaza Descubridor Diego de Ordás 3, Madrid
Tel 914 419 300
Website www.embaustralia.es
British Embassy
Calle Fernando el Santo 16, Madrid
Metro Colón
Tel 913 190 200
Canadian Embassy
Calle Núñez de Balboa 35, Madrid
Metro Velázquez
Tel 914 314 300
Website www.canada-es.org
South African Embassy
6th Floor, Claudio Coello 91, Madrid
Tel (91) 436 37 80
United States Embassy
Calle Serrano 75, Madrid
Metro Rubén Darío
Tel 915 872 200
Website www.embusa.es
INTERNET ACCESS
Gowex operates a city-wide network of Wi-Fi hotspots. The first 30 minutes a day is free but after that you have to pay (€3 per day, €5 per 24 hours and €19.99 per month).
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