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Fully-revised and updated, this Berlitz Pocket Guide to Madridprovides all the information you need in a handy, genuinelypocketable format, featuring a brand new cover and fresh pagedesigns. Colour-coded sections allow you to locate the informationyou need quickly and full-colour, fold-out maps provide instantorientation wherever you are, making this guide ideal foron-the-spot-reference, as well as a fascinating background read.The Top 10 attractions are highlighted on a dedicated, double-pagespread, capturing everything you simply can't afford to miss,helping you to prioritise your time and make the most of your stay.Comprehensive coverage of all the city's districts exploreeverything from Old Madrid, the heart of the city in bothsentimental and geographical terms, to Moncloa and its militarylandmarks. There are also excursions detailed for those wanting totravel beyond the confines of the city. From Flamenco dancing andfashion shopping, to sports and children's activities, this guideprovides expert recommendations for the best ways to spend yourtime, along with great insider tips along the way. A dedicated'Eating Out' section provides information on local specialities anduseful Spanish phrases to help you read the menu and place orders.The concise 'History' section will help you truly get to the heartof this city, from civil war and its rise to becoming a capital, tomodern Spain as we know it. An invaluable 'Travel Tips' sectionprovides an A-Z summary of practical information, includingaccommodation for all budgets, transport, climate, health andmedical care and much more. You will find beautiful colourphotography accompanying the text throughout, making this guide apleasure to read before, during and after your visit. ^[1]