Madrid is the city of lovers! Every corner, bench, bus stop, train station, cafe, restaurant...couples are holding hands, kissing, gazing into each others eyes. This is the thing I first notice about Madrid. Madrid is busy, busy, busy! It's like Barcelona but more fast-paced and not as clean. Also it's BIG! A much bigger area than Barcelona. Our hotel is across the river from the main city. Around the hotel are some shops, cafes, bars and restaurants. From our hotel room we have a view of a Kebab shop. Kebab shops are just everywhere in Europe! We arrived last night, got ready, then went to an optional dinner. We had tapas in a underground dungeon-like restaurant. Delicious food and great night! Calamari, prosciutto, tortilla espanola (my fave), fries and unlimited amounts of Sangria, beer and soft
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