Statue and Palacio Real

Episode Thirteen: In which our heroine explores Spain's history

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December 23rd 2005
Including her adventures... Getting acquainted with the city Eating pizza from a cone Hanging out with famous sportsmen during a Nike commercial shoot Taking a walking tour of Medieval Madrid Visiting the Prado Museum Watching old book printing techniques Marvelling at the Royal Palace Wandering through the streets of Toledo & hanging out with some new friends at Bull's Hostel ...among o ... read more

Europe » Spain » District of Madrid

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Spain's powerful world empire of the 16th and 17th centuries ultimately yielded command of the seas to England. Subsequent failure to embrace the mercantile and industrial revolutions caused the country to fall behind Britain, France, and Germany in ... ... read more