The very title of Europe�s Cultural Capital Madrid received in the year 1992, is the decisive factor to put it in the list of the topmost and greatest cities of the world. Many a times the beauty of ignored by many a historians and tourists for its lack of immediate relation to the origin and power of the Roman Empire, but Madrid, despite this, has more to offer in terms of history, culture and tourist attractions than many of the cities around the world. Not only Madrid boasts of its diversified culture which as been formed out of the melting of multitudinous cultures, but also a fabulously booming economy and tourism industry and great political importance � much more than any other city in the Iberian Peninsula and European cities. This capital city of Spain, located in the midst of the mainland, is devoid of any coasts except for the banks of the river Manzanares, but it is a vast repository of museums and places of architectural and historic importance, and a lifestyle where everyone wants to grab the best out of life at every moment and a warmth that quite compliments the very climate of the Southern European nations.
Convento de la Encarnaci�n � This is a massive and imposing church that was designed and built by Juan G�mez de Mora under the consort of the emperor Philip III, whose consecration took place in the year 1616. It bears Habsburg architectural style, with the interior bearing Baroque style. It houses numerous paintings, furniture and relics dating back to the 17th C.
Buen Retiro park or Parque del Buen Retiro � This is a vast park right in the midst of the city of Madrid. It has a lake and beautiful statues and can be visited by anyone. Numeorus puppet shows are held here for entertaining the children. It has a Crystal Palace as well in replication of London�s Crystal Place and a fountain of Falling Angel inspired from Milton�s Paradise Lost.
Teatro Real � Sometimes called only �The Real�, this is an opera house which dates back to the year 1850 and has staged numerous world class operas such as Donizatti�s La Favorite, Giuseppe Verdi�s La Forza del Destino. The Eurovison Song Contest of the year 1969 was also held here. With the orchestra named Orquesta Sinf�nica de Madrid, it can be easily called as one of the most famous opera houses in the world.
Plaza de Espa�a � Located at the central of the busiest lace in Madrid, this is a city square, surrounded by some of the most important buildings such as the Habsburg and Bourbon quarters, Plaza de Oriente, Royal Palace, Plaza Mayor and Gran Via,Royal Compagnie Asturienne des Mines, Directorate-General of Health, Calle Mart�n de los Heros, Edificio de Espa�a, Torre de Madrid and Cervantes Monument.
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