Cool facts you didn’t know about Madrid and it’s most famous landmarks

Welcome to the electrifying heart of Spain-Madrid! From its modest beginnings as a Moorish village to its transformation into Spain’s grand capital, Madrid’s past is a tapestry of royal intrigue, revolutionary spirit, and artistic brilliance.
Did you know Madrid wasn’t always the bustling metropolis it is today? Imagine stepping back to the 9th century when this area was just a small town called "Magerit." The Moors, Muslim rulers from North Africa, built a fortress on the banks of the Manzanares River because of the abundant water sources-a perfect spot for a place destined to grow into a major city.