Madrid

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. Around fifty kilometres northwest of Madrid, the austere yet opulent residence of El Escorial extends up the southern slope of the Sierra De Guadarrama. It was built during the rule of King Phillip II after his father Karl V ordered him to build a magnificent church in which he would eventually be buried. The Escorial was to be a pantheon...

DVD. Globe Trekker. 60 Minutes. Located in the center of the Iberian Peninsula, Madrid is the capital and largest city in Spain with a population of over 3 million. Known for its great cultural and artistic heritage, Madrid also boasts a thriving nightlife, including a multitude of restaurants, tapas bars and live music venues. Globe Trekker Adele Ucar begins her 7-day journey in Madrid marveling...

DVD. Vista Point. 26 Minutes. Madrid is Europe's most elevated metropolis, a royal capital of history, outstanding buildings and cultural treasures. Most of Madrid's royal palaces are in Madrid, the capital of Madrid since the 17th century. Including the Palacio Real that even today serves as a royal castle. The colossal building of grey granite and limestone owes its impressive appearance to its length of...

DVD. World Destinations. 27 Minutes. Madrid offers a fascinating blend of history and culture, with major metropolis flair and excitement.

DVD. Global Treasures. 10 Minutes. The charming older part of Madrid is dominated by numerous monumental and magnificent buildings including, most notably, the wonderful Palacio Real. A harmonious and elegantly designed facade opens onto the Plaza De Oriente. This was formerly the location of numerous buildings: originally, the Moors built an Alcazar here;in the course of time, it was transformed into the main palace of...