This document provides information about Madrid, Spain. It includes details about the history of Madrid dating back to the 9th century. The culture of Madrid is influenced by its role as the capital and its international food scene. Popular dishes include Cocido Madrileo and Huevos Rotos. Tourism attractions include royal palaces and parks. Historic sites include the Puerta de Alcalá arch and the Royal Palace, which is the largest royal palace in Europe. Madrid has an extensive public transportation system including the metro and bus, as well as private transportation like taxis.

1. MADRID
ESP16-C
Group-E
Group members:
1. Sharif Nur Jimale
2. Siham Ahmed Iman
3. Umayma Asad Mohamed
4. Yahye Ahmed Mohamed
5. Zakaria Abdiaziz Ali
6. Zakrie Mohamud Jimale
Lecturer: Ahmed Abdullahi Mohamed
Gmail: SMM@ifly.co.ke/
Phone: +252 740 100100
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History of Madrid
The history of Madrid dates to the 9th
century, even though the area has been
inhabited since the stone age. The
population of Madrid in 2023 is 6 million
above. Other name in Madrid which
comes from Arabic.
Culture of Madrid
The culture in Madrid is influenced by
the cities long, historic role in Spanish
and European history, its current role as
thriving capital, its dominant position in
the art scene, its incredible international
food scene and its famous reputation for
endless fiestas! Madrid with many
customs and traditions, one of the most
famous of which is the custom of kissing
double on the cheek. This is a traditional
greeting used when meeting someone for
the first time or when seeing someone
after a long time.

2. Food of Madrid
Madrid's gastronomy is a feast for the
senses, with Cocido Madrileo and
Huevos Rotos being popular dishes.
Cocido Madrileo is a filling stew with
chickpeas, veggies, and meats, while
Huevos Rotos is a simple dish with fried
eggs.
Tourism attraction of Madrid
Discover from the city most popular
sights and attraction from one europs is
largest royal places to magnificent prodo
museum and royal Madrid stadium.
Expensive 19th
century back which
boating ace and rose garden plus
numerous fountains and status for gain
tourism to Spain soars in2021 but for
below per pandemic level.
Historic sites of Madrid
La Puerta de Alcalá is one of Madrid's
most emblematic monuments. Did you
know it was Europe's very first Arc de
Triomphe? Even older than its famous
Parisian neighbour! It was designed by
Italian architect FranciscooSabatini in
1778, but the first version of the Puerta
de Alcalá was built almost a century
earlie
The Royal Palace of Madrid is the
official residence of the Spanish royal
family at the city of Madrid, although
now used only for state ceremonies. The
palace has 135,000 m² of floor space and
contains 3,418 rooms. It is the largest
royal palace in Europe.
Transportation of Madrid
Madrid has both public and private
transportation. Meridian has 4 types of
public transport: metro, bus, suburban
railway and light rail. METRO is a very
long underground line, one of the longest
in the world. Madrid Metro has 12 lines,
which connect all important city districts,
sights, parks, and streets.
Mercedes E-class taxi is an example of
private transportation.