History, Culture and Architecture on Private Madrid Tour with Local Expert

Our 90 minutes Kickstarter tour will immerse you immediately in the atmosphere and life of Madrid with its architectural and historical masterpieces, you will also learn more about local traditions and lifestyle. Experience all the diversity of the Spanish capital.It is start point where you will meet your private guide and start your tour. Stroll on the square and glimpse at beautiful landscapes on your way to Plaza de Oriente.Next famous square in your journey. The Plaza de Oriente is located in the historical center of the city. It is a rectangular area with curved shape, distinguished by the monumental character of their architectural boundaries. On the Plaza de Oriente there are two of the most important buildings in the capital: the Western boundary is marked by the Royal Palace, and East to the theatre Royal. The North side of the square formed by the Royal convent of the incarnation.Near the Plaza de Oriente you will see a convent of the order of St. Augustine, the incarnation or Embodiment. To this day it retains the calm atmosphere of its predecessor Spain, which disappeared in the distant past.The temple, built in memory of the patron Saint of Madrid – St. Mary Aladinsky, adorned with stained glass Windows, a giant 75-metre dome and a facade of blue-grey competent rock. The building is located opposite the Royal Palace. The complex includes a large observation deck that allows you to see the entire panorama of the city. Inside the Church is a magnificent altar made of marble emerald green color.Plaza de La Villa is one of the best preserved architectural ensembles of Madrid. It is located in the old town, near the Puerta del Sol, and until recently it housed the capital's city hall.A gift shop with a good selection. In Madrid, of course, these shops found on every corner. But this one is different size, good location and a really extensive choice. Leave without buying is hard.Also one of the main squares of Spanish cities, made in the shape of a quadrangle. Along the perimeter of its surrounds about 135 original buildings – with pictures of magical creatures on the facades, arches and balconies. In the center of the square erected a sculpture of Philip the Third in bronze. In previous years there were carried out public executions and bullfighting. Today on the Plaza Major artists, organized by the city celebrations, fairs, shows and carnivals. Are the best sights of Madrid will be of interest to fans of the present, and lovers of history.Just a few meters from the Plaza Mayor is another landmark of Madrid – Puerta del Sol (Puerta del Sol), which is another contender for the title of the city's main square. It is for this square drove the first car in Madrid, and in 1919, under the Puerta del Sol was the first line of the Moscow metro.Two steps from Puerta del Sol, in the Arenal street is located the oldest in Madrid, Iglesia de San ginés de Arles. The first mention of it appear already in the IX century In the XIII century on this place there is a Church, which was rebuilt in 1645.