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Tapas tours in Madrid – The best way to sample Spanish cuisine

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October 1st 2014
In 1561 Madrid was declared by King Felipe II as the capital of Spain, much to the surprise of its inhabitants. At that time Madrid was a rundown, rather squalid outpost in the centre of Spain, where the cuisine could only be described as basic comfort food to fortify the residents against the harsh cold winters. As centuries passed mo ... read more

Europe » Spain » District of Madrid » 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