Market of San Miguel in Madrid. Magnet
Market of San Miguel in Madrid. Travel. Europe. Spain. Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain, the largest economic, political and cultural center of the country. The city is located in the central part of the Iberian Peninsula. A large transport junction (iron, highways, one of the world's largest airports). Madrid is an influential cultural center in which many international museums are located, including the Museo del Prado, the Queen Sofia Art Center, the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Madrid Forum, which are among the 100 most visited museums in the world. Archaeological excavations on the banks prove that the appearance of a man in the vicinity of Madrid belongs to the era of the Lower Paleolithic (about 100 thousand years ago). However, the mention of Madrid as a city appears much later. It is believed that the city was founded by Emir of Cordoba Mohammed I to protect the approaches to Toledo. The city grew up around the fortress of Magirit, the first mention of which dates back to 932. The fortress "alcasba" was built, separated from residential quarters - "medina". During the Reconquista, in 1085 Madrid was conquered by King Alfonso VI. The Market of San Miguel (Spanish: Mercado de San Miguel) is a covered market located in Madrid, Spain. Originally built in 1916, it was purchased by private investors in 2003 who renovated the iron structure and reopened it in 2009.San Miguel Market is the most popular market in Madrid among tourists since it is located in the center of Madrid, within walking distance from Plaza Mayor. The market is not a traditional grocery market but a gourmet tapas market, with over 30 different vendors selling a wide variety of freshly prepared tapas, hams, olives, baked goods and other foods. Beer, wine and champagne are also available.
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