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Excursions from Madrid can be very enjoyable experiences as there many places to be seen in and around Madrid. There are many travel agencies, who arrange the Excursions from Madrid. One can explore spectacular sights while in the city.Although Madrid comprises of a range of Architectural locations and Industrial sites, art and culture nevertheless is the soul of this charming city.
The Excursions from Madrid can be arranged as per the budget of the visiting tourist. One can take luxury coaches, taxies and trains to reach the destinations. A tourist can choose from a host of travel agencies available and can organize a tour to the several places of tourist interest. The most popular out of city excursions are:
Toledo:
This used to be the capital of medieval Spain until some centuries ago. The places to be visited here are Phillip II’s magnificent El Escorial Monastery and the Valley of the Fallen, which is a war memorial for the martyrs of the Spanish civil war. There is a big Basilica here, which is excavated from the mountain.
Segovia:
It houses a 2000-year-old Roman Aqueduct.
Alcazar:
It is a castle, which is perched on a magnificent rock inspired Walt Disney to make the Cinderella Castle.
Avila:
This is a walled city where Saint Teresa’s birth took place.
Salamanca:
Excursions from Madrid also include trip to the Salamanca. It is called the University City. It is home for the New and Old Cathedral, the Plaza Mayor and St. Stephen’s Monastery.
Alcala de Henares:
It is a world heritage city, which houses the University building. It has got magnificent patios and courtyards, the famous one being Patio Trilingue. Church of Magistral-Cathedral, Archbishop’s Palace, the Convent of Las Bernardas, the Church of the Jesuits and Oratorio of San Felipe Neri also is housed here.
Aranjuez:
This is a Palacio Real (Royal Palace) situated on the bank of the river Tagus and boasts of beautiful gardens. Some of the gardens are: Jardin Del Parterre, Jardin de la Isla and Jardin Del Principe. One can travel to this place on rail, which is called Tren de la Fresa (Strawberry Train) during the months of May to October except in August.
Manzanares el Real:
This is situated on the foothills of La Pedriza Mountain, which is home to the 15th century Castle.
There are many other places to be seen in and around the city. They are: Cardoba, Seville and Granada, which are homes of Heritage Sites. At Florida Park one can watch Flamenco and Spanish Dance performances. This Park is beautifully lit during the night, which is a breathtaking panorama. A tourist can learn about the art of flamenco at Torres Bermejas.Excursions from Madrid are a bonanza to tourists; young or old, as there are so many exclusive places to visit. Some of these places are historical, which educate the people about their history. Other places charm the tourists with their beauty and breathtaking views completing the excursions from Madrid.
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