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Madrid Plaza Mayor – The Square With Many Names

May 28, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Madrid Plaza Mayor is one of the most visited public spaces in the city. Though this square is infested with tourists from all over the world, it still oozes with a cultural vibe that the city is know for. This place is both loved and frequented by locals and strangers in

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Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas – Where to Watch Bullfight in Madrid

March 27, 2017 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

At Plaza de Toros de Las Ventas in Madrid, you’ll be able to watch the controversial bullfight. This is a huge bullring that can accommodate 25,000 wild spectators of the sport. Wait, is killing animals a sport nowadays? For some people this is a “bloody sport,” while others consider it as a

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The Grand Staircase at Palacio Real

December 6, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

In my previous post, I talked about the Grand Staircase at Palacio Real. You can’t miss this stairwell. You will enter and exit from here. So, imagine a grand entrance and grand exit. 😉 The staircase isn’t just grand that screams opulence but it’s laden with interesting artworks. From the

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A Look Inside The Splendid Royal Palace of Madrid

December 5, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Royal Palace of Madrid (Palacio Real) is an epitome of opulence of the Spanish monarchy. It is the official residence of the Royal Family but it’s only used for state ceremonies of visiting dignitaries and other famed VIPs. The facade itself is as impressive as the palace interior. The queue

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Things to do at El Retiro Park

December 3, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

El Retiro Park in Madrid is one place you can go when the summer heat is too much to bear. It’s a pleasant place to escape from all the academic shit I had last summer. The park has vast greenery and cool shades everywhere. But, I think the best way

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Photos: All the Food at Mercado de San Miguel

December 2, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Mercado de San Miguel is Madrid’s most famous food market. It’s where you can get a lot of tapas and other small food potions for €1. And they’re quiet good, too! If there are glorious food, there are good drinks, too. The market has a variety of wines, beers and cocktails.

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The Inside and Outside Beauty of Cibeles Palace

November 30, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Cibeles Palace in Madrid is a lovely, neo-classical structure to admire when you’re from afar. In the afternoon, when the sun is setting, the facade is bathe in shimmering gold. From dawn to dusk, the palace is a thing of beauty in Madrid’s downtown core. Every time I passed by here

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Madrid Sunset from Terrazas Circulo Las Bellas Artes

November 30, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

You can view Madrid sunset from the terrazas Circulo Las Bellas Artes. But let me say that this is not really the highest place to watch sunset in the city. The building isn’t really tall enough to see the city’s panoramic view. With an open bar and comfortable mattresses to

This Fallen Angel Statue is Dedicated to the Devil (Retiro Park, Madrid).

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This Fallen Angel Statue is Dedicated to the Devil and it Stands 666 Meters Above Sea Level

November 29, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Fallen Angel statue at Retiro Park in Madrid is something you should never skip when you’re exploring this beautiful greenery. Yes, you read the title right. Perhaps, this is the only prominent statue in the world that “honors” the devil himself. When the city government of Madrid decided to

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Chocolateria de San Gines – Where Churros Taste Good

November 28, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Google a place on where to eat churros in Madrid and there’s one that stands out: Chocolateria de San Gines. It’s in an alley so it would be a bit difficult to find. But if you ask the locals around Puerta del Sol, they know where it is. It’s a cafe

Botin Restaurant in Madrid is the Oldest in the World.

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Botin Restaurant – The Oldest in the World

November 27, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Botin Restaurant in Madrid is touted as the “Oldest Restaurant in the World.” Such prestige is confirmed and awarded by the Guinness World of Record. The restaurant has been serving food since 1725! Yeah, 9 more years and the restaurant will be celebrating its existence for 300 years! Wow, right?

Luis Candelas is Madrid's version of Robinhood.

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The Hideout of the Robinhood of Madrid

November 27, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The former hideout of the Robinhood of Madrid is now a restaurant – Las Cuevas de Luis Candelas. It’s right off the corner of Plaza Mayor under the arch where it was once called the “Arch of Knives.” It is believed that after his thieving acts, Luis Candelas would hide

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Madrid Sunset from Circulo de Bellas Artes

July 26, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

There’s only one place where you can see Madrid sunset while overlooking the city’s golden panorama – at Cirulo de Bellas Artes. From the top, you can almost touch the winged angel standing on top of a dome. There’s also a resto-bar on the rooftop, so it would be a

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Don Quixote Tapestry at Palacio Real

July 9, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

The Don Quixote tapestry at Palacio Real (Royal Palace) is pretty impressive. These series of tapestries were commissioned by King Philip V. I think there were around 15 huge tapestries that were hanged on the halls of the eastern side of the palace. Each tapestry depicts a scene from Spain’s

Madrid Pride Parade 2016 - Madrid Orgullo 2016 Manifestacion

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Madrid Pride Parade 2016 – Madrid Orgullo Manifestacion

July 3, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Yesterday, Madrid Pride Parade 2016 – Madrid Orgullo Manifestacion happened – and it never failed to amaze me to the highest level. All the things my friends (who have been here before) told me about the celebration were true. Madrid, I declare, is the proudest city in the world! The

Carrera de Tacones 2016 Madrid Orgullo (MADO)

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MADO 2016 – Carrera de Tacones

June 30, 2016 KeepCalmAndWander 0 Comments

Carrera de Tacones 2016 or Heels Race is an annual tradition on Pelayo Street as part of the festivities for Madrid Orgullo (MADO). Literally, it’s a race that men on high heels compete for 600 Euros grand prize. It’s fun to watch these “ladies” run like they’re going to break