Madrid. 9 routes, 11 maps

The publishing house "Ajax-Press" presents the guidebook "Madrid" in the series "Russian Guide. Polyglot". The guidebook is supplemented with a large volume of new information and a detailed map.
Although Madrid is located at the same latitude as Naples and Istanbul, alas, it does not have a mild Mediterranean climate, as the city is situated on the Castilian plateau, bordered by the Cantabrian mountains to the north and the Iberian mountains to the east. In the central part of the plateau lies the mountain chain of the Central Cordillera and other ridges. Del invierno al inferno - "from winter straight to hell" - goes the popular saying, which accurately describes the typically continental climate. But believe me, the unpredictability of the weather does not hinder sightseeing and exploring the exhibitions of numerous museums. Madrid is famous for its architecture, rightly earning the title of an open-air museum. Here, various architectural styles are represented - be it the luxurious building of the Main Post Office on Plaza Cibeles or the grand structures from the era of Franco's dictatorship. There are super-modern office skyscrapers in the northern part of the city and medieval buildings in the Malasaña quarter.
To make it easier to choose the optimal route for your upcoming trip, we recommend using the guidebook "Madrid," released in the series "Polyglot. Russian Guide".
The guidebook "Madrid" contains not only convenient maps (11) and verified routes (9) with descriptions of attractions but also practical information - useful links, addresses, museum opening hours, and public transport routes.
In the guidebook "Madrid," you will find sections that will help you prepare for your trip. This includes a brief history of the city, information about transportation (international and domestic), a calendar of upcoming events and holidays. The "climate" section will help you choose the best time for your journey, and information about hotels and restaurants will guide you through the variety of offerings.
You will be waiting for royal Madrid, located between Plaza Mayor, the Royal Palace, and the Opera House, the main street, Gran Via, which divides the center from west to east into two parts. To the north of Madrid are the neighborhoods of Malasaña and Chueca, where traditional Madrid shops and markets are located. To the south of the center lies the literary quarter of Huertas and the former Jewish quarter of Lavapiés with numerous bars where you can try the famous tapas. Extra routes have been specially developed for you.
And, of course, do not forget to visit one of the largest museums of European fine arts, the Prado.