Madrid is an influential financial and political centre where important events take place every day. Madrid has been able to find a balance with the respect and conservation of its old traditions and the demands of modern times. It is one of the leading European cities in terms of green areas, such as the Parque del Retiro and the Parque del Oeste.
All year long Madrid offers a great variety of events such as exhibitions, football matches, concerts, opera, "zarzuela", theatre, cinema, bullfights etc.
The nightlife is unmatched by other European cities and is very crowded with people of all ages having good times in restaurants, clubs, discos and bars.
A city of Spanish migrants and a large number of foreign residents, cultural diversity and good fun are all guaranteed in Madrid. |