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travel information about the province of Madrid |
travel information about the province of Madrid
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El Escorial (photo 1)
If you have time during your stay in Madrid for just one day trip or need an afternoon outside of the city, consider visiting the Royal Seat of San Lorenzo de El Escorial, which can be reached by bus, train, or car. The Escorial is located approximately 30 miles northwest of Madrid.
Now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, the Escorial was the center of power of the Spanish empire under King Philip II. It is famous for its monastery and basilica, which contains the Pantheon of the Kings, where many members of the Spanish royal family are buried. The architecture, decorations, art and setting are spectacular and beautiful.
Navacerrada and Cercedilla, the wonderful Sierra of Madrid (photo 2)
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