Madrid

The residents of Madrid adhere to the Spanish tradition of having a heavier meal at lunch and then a lighter one for their dinner (9-10 p.m.), often in an outdoor cafe.

Bullfighting is very popular in Spain.  Each city has its season which can be anywhere from Holy Week through September/October.   Madrid's season is Holy Week -early June.  On a bullfighting day there will be 2 events each featuring a matador challenged by 2 bulls, one at a time.  Traditionally,  the bulls are killed in the ring.

Madrid's Bullfighting Arena which holds 25,000 

One of the biggest tourist attractions in Madrid is the Royal Palace.  It is the largest palace in Europe by room surface and, although it is the official residence of the Royal family, it is only used for official events.  It is famous for is grandeur and its paintings by several masters such as

Goya.