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Think Madrid is just busy streets and tapas? Wait until you see its green heart!

Join us as we explore the stunning El Retiro Park (Parque del Buen Retiro), a UNESCO World Heritage site and the most iconic green space in Madrid, Spain. From rowing across the famous lake to stepping inside a palace made entirely of glass, this is the ultimate guide to relaxing in the Spanish capital.

In this video, we visit the Estanque Grande del Retiro, where you can rent a rowboat and enjoy the view of the majestic Alfonso XII monument. We then take a peaceful walk to the breathtaking Palacio de Cristal (Crystal Palace), a 19th-century masterpiece of glass and iron that looks like something out of a fairy tale.

Whether you're visiting Madrid for a weekend break or a longer Spanish adventure, El Retiro is a place you simply cannot miss!

📍 What You’ll See in This Video (Timestamps):
Intro: Welcome to El Retiro Park!
Estanque Grande: Rowboats & the Alfonso XII Monument
Palacio de Cristal: Exploring the Glass Palace (Free Art!)
Scenic Walks: Statue Promenade & Hidden Gardens
The Fallen Angel Statue (Madrid's Most Unique Monument)

🌿 Attraction Highlights:
Estanque Grande del Retiro: The perfect spot for photos and a classic Madrid activity. Rowboat rentals are usually €6-€8.
Palacio de Cristal: Originally a greenhouse, it now hosts contemporary art exhibitions managed by the Reina Sofía Museum. Entry is FREE!
Buen Retiro History: Discover why this 125-hectare park is considered one of the most important landscape monuments in Europe.

🗺️ Madrid Travel Tips 2025:
Metro Access: The easiest ways to reach the park are via the Retiro (Line 2), Ibiza (Line 9), or Atocha (Line 1) stations.
Palacio de Cristal Entry: While entry is free, there is often a short queue since capacity is limited. Try to go during the morning on a weekday!
Don't Miss: Look out for the resident peacocks in the Jardines de Cecilio Rodríguez nearby.
Rowing Tip: If you want to avoid the midday sun, the lake area has plenty of shaded benches to watch the boats instead.

🔗 Connect With Me:
Is El Retiro Park on your Madrid bucket list? Let me know which spot looks more beautiful—the lake or the glass palace! 👇

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