(M) Palacio Real de Madrid, Madrid - Provincia de Madrid / ESPAÑA 🇪🇦

Royal Palace of Madrid Madrid – Madrid Province Community of Madrid / SPAIN 🇪🇦 The Royal Palace of Madrid, also known as the Palace of the Orient, is the official residence of the King of Spain, although today it is used mainly for state ceremonies, official receptions, and institutional events. Located in the historic heart of the capital, facing the Plaza de la Armería and surrounded by the Sabatini Gardens and the Campo del Moro, it stands as one of the largest and most impressive palaces in Europe. Construction began in the 18th century after the old Alcázar burned down in 1734. Architects such as Filippo Juvarra and Francesco Sabatini shaped the palace’s distinctive classical Baroque style, characterized by monumental proportions and elegant symmetry. With more than 3,400 rooms, the palace houses remarkable collections of paintings, tapestries, clocks, porcelain, historic furniture, and the prestigious Royal Armoury, considered one of the finest in the world. Among its most iconic rooms are the Throne Room, the Grand Staircase, the Gasparini Room, the Royal Chapel, and the extraordinary Porcelain Room, each decorated with exceptional craftsmanship that reflects the power and evolution of the Spanish monarchy. The palace also preserves the famous Royal Stradivarius, a unique set of instruments of immense historical value. Today, the Royal Palace is one of Spain’s most visited landmarks and an essential place to explore the country’s history, art, and cultural identity. 05.2025