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Free tour

Madrid, from medieval city to capital of the kingdom

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Excellent (5 ratings)
Duration: 1 hour and 45 minutes
Languages: Spanish
Guru: Maria
Registered on 17 January 2023
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Graduated in History. A teacher for many years, I love sharing my knowledge and learning about the concerns and opinions of travelers. I myself started traveling very young and still enjoy big and small trips. One of my passions is architecture that combines science, art and technique. It helps us live better by creating public and private spaces.
Free booking and cancellation
Pay-what-you-wish tour, no set price, booking and cancellation are free

Tour description

Many visitors, but also many Madrid residents, are unaware of the intense life of the city between the 9th and 16th centuries. I invite you to get to know her. A very interesting city full of events that filled these seven centuries, often forgotten, unknown or mixed with events from later centuries.
In 865, the emir Muhammad I ordered the construction of a citadel in Mayrit ("abundance of rivers of water"), the village near Manzanares, located on a promontory and surrounded by 15 river basins. Conquered by Alfonso VI in 1083, who began to build the so-called Christian wall, a work that would last until 1212.
We will get to know its neighborhoods, its parishes and its medieval organization. Its markets and its suburbs and the stately mansions built in times of great splendor, such as the Torre de los Lujanes.
During these centuries it actively participated in political life and was the headquarters of the medieval itinerant court on several occasions.


Highlights

What will we see on this tour?

Meeting point:
Pl. de la Villa, S/N, Centro, 28008 Madrid, Spain
I will be near the Torre de Los Lujanes, with a cotton bag with the icon of the Madrid Metro
1
Outside visit
Catedral de la Almudena
2
Outside visit
Teatro Real
3
Outside visit
Saint Michael Market
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How much does this tour cost?

Free tours don't have a set price, instead, each person gives the guru at the end the amount they consider appropriate (amounts usually range from €10 to $50 depending on satisfaction with the tour).

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Who is this tour for?

Accessibility
Not suitable for people with reduced mobility.
Groups
Does not accept large group bookings.
Pets
Suitable for bringing pets.

What should I know?

Minimum Attendees
Requires a minimum of 2 people to conduct the tour.
Additional Costs
The tour does not require payment for tickets or additional expenses.
Free Cancellation
If you cannot attend the tour, please cancel the booking, otherwise the guide will be waiting for you.
Payment Methods
Electronic or card payment accepted.

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