▲ The main attractions of El Retiro Park include the Statue Walk, the Crystal Palace of Madrid, the artificial lake, and more. Covering an area of 118 hectares with nearly 15,000 trees, El Retiro Park is one of the locals' favorite destinations, especially bustling on weekends when various activities take place. Visitors can enjoy free street puppet shows, dog training workshops, open-air concerts, and other events.
▲ Las Ventas Bullring is constructed with red brick walls adorned with exquisite Arabic-style carvings and semi-arched windows, exemplifying the distinctive Neo-Mudéjar architectural style of the Iberian Peninsula. It is Spain's premier bullfighting venue, where matadors from across the nation and the world take pride in performing. Located in Madrid's Salamanca district at the city center, the bullring was completed in 1929 and inaugurated on June 17, 1931. With a diameter of approximately 65 meters and four levels, it can accommodate around 23,000 spectators, making it Spain's largest and most magnificent bullring.
▲ The Santiago Bernabéu Stadium is the home ground of Real Madrid, a must-visit destination for Real Madrid fans traveling to Madrid. Legends like Ronaldo, Raúl, and Zidane have all graced the sacred, white-striped pitch of the Bernabéu. The stadium opened in 1947 under the name Nuevo Estadio Chamartín and was later renamed the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium in honor of Santiago Bernabéu. With a capacity of 80,000 spectators, it stands as one of Spain's largest stadiums.
▲ The exquisitely designed Temple of Debod is situated in Montaña Park by the river in downtown Madrid, forming a beautiful scenic highlight of the city. As one of the few well-preserved Egyptian structures outside Egypt, it stands as Spain's only remaining building with distinct Egyptian architectural features. Dating back to the 2nd century BC, this temple was originally located 15 km south of Aswan, Egypt, dedicated to the goddess Isis. Comprising three square stone archways, the temple now features a small exhibition hall beneath it showcasing the history of the Temple of Debod, which is worth visiting. Perched on the hillside of Montaña Park, the elevated position of the Temple of Debod offers excellent panoramic views of the Royal Palace of Madrid and its gardens.
