Situated in the heart of the peninsula, Madrid has been the Capital of Spain since 1562. It has been a major tourist destination for many years and by walking through this monumental sun drenched city you can understand why. It is a very cosmopolitan city and has a busy night life thanks to its hip pubs, clubs and discotheques. There is in fact plenty to see and do here and you will notice that the residents of this city are very friendly and although a very busy city it’s always a pleasure to walk down its busy streets. Madrid is also a shopping Mecca and is home to all the main fashion designer stores. However Madrid is not a cheap holiday destination so if you’re planning on shopping expect your pockets to be completely wiped out by the end of your shopping trip! In addition, this city has a lot to offer starting from sun, culture, shopping, a little history and a lively nightlife. Madrid is definatley one of the finest and loveliest capital cities of Europe.