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The Lion King
As the most successful musical in Madrid, ‘The Lion King’ (‘El Rey León’) is a hit among audiences and critics. Getting a...
Tina Modotti
From factory worker in California to silent film actress, Tina Modotti (Italy, 1896 – Mexico, 1942) worked in quite the variety of jobs until she found...
Culture in the capital
Matadero Madrid
Located in the city’s former municipal slaughterhouse, this complex of 48 buildings is now a multifunctional space dedicated to art and contemporary culture....
Museo del Prado
Housed in a gigantic neo-classical building begun by Juan de Villanueva for King Charles III in 1785, the Prado is Madrid's best-known attraction. Charles...
CaixaForum
This cultural centre managed by La Caixa savings bank is located in Madrid’s Art Triangle, very near to the Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina SofÃa, the...
Museo Nacional Centro de Arte Reina SofÃa
This is a must for art fans and an essential part of Madrid's Art Triangle, together with the Prado and Thyssen-Bornemisza museums. Occupying an immense,...
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Vincci Soma
The Vincci Soma is situated in central Madrid, next to Goya Metro Station. The hotel features a gym, restaurant and free WiFi access throughout. Rooms at the...
Hotel Maria Elena Palace
This is a four star hotel restaurant, managed by the Cooporación Hispano Hotelera. Chef Michel Sageot produces Mediterranean cuisine with creative...
La Posada del Chaflán
Chef Juan Pablo Felipe, a well known man in the industry, designs functional, tasty and proven creations in his open plan kitchen. To this interesting...
El Mercado de la Reina
Very centrally located and open year-round from morning until the second drink of the night, this huge space (with a terrace in the square out the back where...
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