fold-out maps make navigation easy for those visiting the capital that never sleeps discerning coverage of Madrid's cultural gems and the best bars and restaurants in town four dedicated walking tours to guide visitors round Madrid's stunning architecture and sun-drenched plazas nearly 1/2 million people visit Madrid each year the only truly pocket guide to provide truly discerning coverage of the city the inhabitants of the city are known as gatos (cats) because of their nocturnal habits twice a year shepherds drive their flocks (up to 2000 sheep in total) through central Madrid so beware of woolly road blocks the building that houses the famous Museo del Prado was originally conceived as a house of science and was then converted into a barracks before opening as an art museum in 1819
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1740596986
ISBN13:9781740596985
Release Date:January 2005
Publisher:Lonely Planet
Length:96 Pages
Weight:0.37 lbs.
Dimensions:0.3" x 4.3" x 7.7"
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2 ratings
Excellent guide for a short visit
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 16 years ago
This is an abbreviated guide by Lonely Planet Publications that is perfect for anyone visiting Madrid on business or otherwise staying for a couple of days only. The city's cultural, social and commercial highlights are laid out in succinct and efficient manner. It includes a respectable listing of recommended restaurants with estimated costs. There is a chronological listing of annual events (by the month) that is very helpful. Places and events of interest to gay travelers are included. There is no padding of the guide with paid advertising--a big plus in my opinion. And finally, there is a decent, zip-out map of the city included with the guide.
Excellent
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 17 years ago
Used this book in my first trip to Madrid. The day trip itinerary is excellent. It takes you through the streets of Madrid that people actually live in them and not a mere tourist attractions. The book is very useful in figuring out when to visit and what to look for. I found it very useful and I will use similar book for my future visit to other cities.
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