Holiday Ayo - Madrid is the largest city and capital of Spain with a population of more than 3 million in 2015.

The city of Madrid has an area of 604.3 km2, so it's no wonder it has many very interesting tourist attractions to visit.

For you football fans, of course you are no stranger to the city of Madrid. Where the famous club Real Madrid is the origin of this place.

The following is a list of the best tourist attractions in Madrid that you must visit while on vacation in Spain, Europe.

1. Plaza Mayor

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Plaza Mayor is a central plaza located in the city of Madrid. This plaza was opened in 1619 and has a size of 129 m x 94 m.

This plaza has beauty at night with a pleasant atmosphere of lights. Apart from that, in the best tourist spot in Madrid, there is a statue of Philip III riding a black horse.

2. Estadio Santiago Bernabeu

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Santiago Bernabeu is a football stadium in the city of Madrid. This stadium is the home of the Real Madrid football team.

This stadium is often used for soccer matches such as European leagues and was also used for the 1982 World Cup. Interested in going on vacation to this stadium to see your favorite soccer club in person.

3. Puerta de Alcalá

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The Puerta de Alcalá is a grand gate and used to be the eastern entrance to Spain. Now Puerta de Alcalá has become a symbol of this metropolis of Madrid.

Puerta de Alcalá was designed by renowned architect Francisco Sabatini and designed with various sculptures by sculptures by Robert de Michel and Francisco Gutiérrez.'

To get beautiful views and photos of this favorite tourist spot, visitors are expected to visit at night with beautiful lights.

4. Plaza de Espana

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Plaza de Espaňa is an intersection between the busiest streets in Madrid. Even though this favorite tourist spot is located in the busy city center, you can still find people relaxing under the trees.

In addition, near this square you can find buildings such as Edificio Espana with Madrid architecture from the 20th century. Then, there is the Torre de Madrid building with a height of 142 meters.

5. Palacio Real

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Palacio Real is the residence and office of the Spanish royal family. This palace has an area of about 135,000 square meters and contains 3428 rooms.

This palace has a variety of architectural uniqueness that is very amazing. In addition, there are various gardens that adorn this magnificent palace, such as the Gardens of Sabatini and the Gardens of Campo del Moro.