Royal Palace of Madrid: The third largest royal palace in Europe

Two-word review: Extremely busy There is a queue to buy tickets on site, 14 euros per person, the queue is quite fast~ 📍Address: C. de Bailén, s/n, 28071 Madrid, España 💡Visiting information: 👑The Royal Palace of Madrid is the third largest palace in Europe after the Palace of Versailles and the Schönbrunn Palace in Vienna, and is also one of the most complete and exquisite palaces in the world. This palace is not only a representative cultural relic of the Spanish Bourbon dynasty, but also a treasure in the history of European architecture. 🕰️History The origin of the Royal Palace of Madrid can be traced back to the 9th century, when it was a castle of Arab rulers. In 1734, after the old castle was destroyed by a fire, Philip V, the first Bourbon King of Spain, ordered the construction of a new royal palace on the original site. Construction of the new palace began in 1738 and lasted 26 years, finally being completed in 1764. 🏠Architectural style The palace is square in structure, with an exterior similar to the Louvre in France, and an interior that incorporates Italian style, making it magnificent. The palace covers an area of ​​approximately 135,000 square meters and has 3,418 rooms, making it one of the largest palaces in Europe. Its architectural style combines Baroque and Neoclassical elements, and its interiors are beautifully decorated in Rococo, Neoclassical, and Empire styles. #February2025 #Madrid #Spain