Madrid Explained

Madrid, for a European capital, is surprisingly young. From a medieval fortress to the capital of an empire and a modern metropolis, its history has completely transformed the city. Join me as we explore how its urban form evolved, from the Madrid of the Habsburgs and Bourbons to the modern Madrid. Like and subscribe to support my work! Say hi on social: Patreon:   / manuelbravo   Facebook:   / 100291972038929   Instagram: manuelbravus Welcome to my channel! Dive into the fascinating world of architecture and urban planning as we explore the masterpieces of Ancient Rome, Egypt, the Renaissance, the Middle Ages, and more. Join me on a journey through history, design, and the stories behind iconic structures and cities. Subscribe for insightful videos in multiple languages! Watch my video explaining Rome:    • Rome Explained   Watch my video explaining Paris:    • Paris Explained   Origins of Madrid: 00:00 Puerta del Sol: 1:37 Plaza Mayor: 2:53 Palacio Real: 6:23 Prado: 9:52 Buen Retiro: 11:37 Puerta de Alcalá: 12:43 Ensanche: 13:33 Gran Vía: 14:41 Layers of Madrid: 15:45