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This is a preview of the full content of our Madrid’s Best app.

Please consider downloading this app to support small independent publishing and because:

  • All content is designed for mobile devices and works best there.
  • Detailed in-app maps will help you find sites using your device’s GPS.
  • The app works offline (one time upgrade required on Android versions).

The app will also allow you to:

  • Add custom locations to the app map (your hotel…).
  • Create your own list of favourites as you browse.
  • Search the entire contents using a fast and simple text-search tool.
  • Make one-click phone calls (on phones).
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History

"El cabo D. Pedro Mur arrebata el estandarte de la caballería marroquí"

First settled by the Muslims in the ninth-century, "Mayrit" (the place of the water channel or spring) was initially little more than a defensive outpost against Christians.

It was only when Felipe II chose it as the permanent imperial capital in 1561 that it really emerged. With the arrival of the royal court Madrid's population began to swell and its development has continued almost unchecked ever since.

>1400: Origins

1400–1560: Medieval Madrid

1560–1814: Imperial Capital

1814–1936: Growth & Instability

1936–1975: Civil War & Franco

1975– Modern Madrid

Puy du Fou

Acclaimed historic theme park near Toledo

Text © Patrick López

Image by Fondo Antiguo