Information On Spain : Puerta Del Sol (Madrid’s Central Square)

One of Madrid’s most famous tourist spots is Puerta Del Sol or rather “Gate of the Sun.”

The gates used to be the entrance to the city of Madrid. Like many towns in medieval times back in the 15th century Madrid was protected by a large wall with Puerta Del Sol serving as the only entrance. Traders and travelers the world over knew of the gates and Puerta Del Sol stayed a popular meeting place even after the walls around Madrid were gone. And for many in Madrid, it is still a great place to meet friends and family, both old and new.

Breathtaking examples of architecture are found throughout the area, as well as numerous statues and monuments, including a famous sculpture of a bear eating some fruit from a madrone tree, which is what the name “Madrid” is derived from; the bear is also a very powerful symbol for the people of Madrid.

The House of the Post Office is one of Madrid’s most important sites and is located nearby to Puerta Del Sol, it is central to New Years celebrations, there is also a paving slab which marks the start of the six major highways which cross over Spain. For these reasons, it is an excellent place to start exploring the city, as well as the entire country.

From other attractions on Madrid, like the Plaza Mayor, and the Palacio Real(Royal Palace, and Parliament it is only a brief walk, in addition, there is a Metro station that allows fast access to the site and back.

There are many side streets that have shops, restaurants, and many other attractions, so as much time as possible should be used to visit this section. The evening is the best time to go as the bars and cafes will be full of both tourists and citizens and many street performers come to entertain.

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