🇪🇸The Magnificent Catedral de la Almudena🇪🇸

🇪🇸Majestic Madrid🇪🇸 The Catedral de la Almudena took 110 years to build and was finally completed in 1993. It was the first cathedral consecrated by Saint Pope John Paul II outside of Rome during his visit to Spain in the same year. ✨The Almudena Cathedral, guarded by the Royal Palace, is one of the most iconic places in the capital. The church dedicated to the Virgin Mary has an unrivaled history and tradition in Madrid. 🌟 The staircase to reach the altar of the Virgen de la Almudena is inspired by the Cathedral of Burgos. 🌟Queen Maria de las Mercedes de Orleans is buried in the Cathedral. Her remains were moved under the image of the Virgen de la Almudena in 1999. Tip： Go inside the cathedral to admire its beauty and climb up the stairs to see the Virgen de la Almudena, it is exquisite #freehotelstay #urbanexplorer #historicallandmarks #awesomepic #foodie #foodies