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EUROPE MADRID · SPAIN

Plaza Mayor

An arcaded Habsburg-era plaza with nine gateways, Casa de la Panadería and a central statue of Philip III.

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Walk beneath the arcades to the equestrian statue of Philip III, then look up at the frescoed Casa de la Panadería. Plaza Mayor sits in Madrid's Habsburg quarter; the building now houses a tourist information centre and a shop for locally made souvenirs.

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