Alonso Martinez, Madrid

Alonso Martinez, Madrid

Alonso Martinez, Madrid is considered to be one of the famous districts of Spain. Plaza de Colón is one of the best places to spend time with your Lady of Shallot. This region was constructed by Christopher Columbus who commenced the expedition of Spanish colonialism in the South American continent and Far Eastern parts. He formed the golden period of Spanish economy and politics.

Plaza de Colon was previously known as St James Square. The memory of this great person who was a leader in every sense of the term still resides in the deepest marrows of natives. There are two monuments of chronology. The statue of Christopher Columbus stands upright proudly watching the prosperity of his dream land. Madrid is often compared to an unrealized vision of Endymion.

There is a garden in this particular plaza which is known as "Gardens of Discovery". The gardens are embellished by mountains and a cultural center. Padro museum is at a walking distance from Plaza de Colón in the district of Alonso Martinez. This repository houses one of the most famous paintings which belonged to the 14th century. It is estimated that the museum nestles more than 5000 drawings, 2000 prints, 1000 coins and medals to tickle your mind.

The Parque del Buen Retiro is also known as "Park of the Pleasant Retreat" also will find you at Alonso Martínez of Madrid. This garden was originally the place for construction of the royal palace; however, the castle was annihilated during Napoleonic Wars. Thereby, the place of dream was constructed in the following years after the battle.

There are a number of bistros and café corners in this particular district of Spain. Nightlife is all the more exciting in this zone. The tourists must take a peep-a-boo in this place to get a complete new taste of Spain.

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