All Madrid Travel and Holiday Guide Blog

Madrid is the capital of Spain since 1562. The city is situated on the geographic core of the Iberian Peninsula. Madrid is very much famous due to their great monuments and captivating scenery. Amongst the famous monuments in Madrid are the Prado Museum and the medieval center. But again, these are just amongst the famous monuments in Madrid. There are still many of the must see monuments of the city and it includes the following:

1. The Corpus Christi Convent or Las Carboneras—this is a convent which was founded by Beatriz Ramirez de Menodza in 1607. Beatriz Ramirez was one ladies’s of Queen Ana de Austria. It was her dream to build a convent for her daughter which was known as the first abbess.
2. Casa de la Villa—this is one of the most beautiful areas of Madrid because it has been surrounded by historical background. Because of this you can still feel the essence of its history just like it comes back alive. Casa de la Villa can be found in the Plaza de la Villa, in between the Plaza de Oriente and Plaza del Sol. Recently, Casa de la Villa is used as the meeting are for official events.
3. The Royal Palace—the Royal Palace is the official house of the Spanish monarch, despite of being used for official events. It was King Alfonso XIII who lastly lived here. Today, the palace is open for public viewing. Touring the palace would bring you to its past history where you will realize its significance to the city.
4. The Incarnation Convent—this convent was founded both by Felipe III and Margarita de Austria, which was then refurbished by Ventura Rodriguez during the next century. The Royal Convent of Incarnation has been collecting various significant paintings; however the most impressive item is the artifact of Saint Pantaleon’s blood.

Aside from the great monuments listed above, there are still many incredible monuments that you must see and visit in Madrid. But before visiting these striking monuments, make sure that you already cater your Madrid accommodation for you.