This neighbourhood´s name is related to the artists that lived there during the centuries XVII and XVIII. It was known as the Golden Age of the Spanish literature. And at the time, many of the most famous writers in Spain were living around this area.

Nowadays it is one of the liveliest areas in Madrid. Close to the centre and the three most important museums it is one of the nicest walks of Madrid. Its streets are mostly pedestrian and it is full of bars where to have a drink after a long day.

It is one of the most emblematic monuments of the city. It has been evoked by all sorts of artists in Spain and it even has its own song.

Located really close to the city centre and in front of the main entrance of the Retiro Park, gets its name from the old path who took antique travelers out of the city walls on their way to Alcalá de Henares.

It is one of the most representative images of the Spanish capital. This centric street was built 100 years ago and it has become the symbol of the city. Although its objective was to serve as a connection between the centre and north side of the city, it was also planned as a meeting point for the citizens.

Visiting the Rastro is a must for those spending a weekend in Madrid. It is the most famous street market in Spain and one of the most known in the whole Europe and one of the oldest. Its tradition goes back to the 15^th century, although it has suffered many transformations along history.

Nowadays it is declared Cultural Heritage of Madrid peoples and the city hall has the must to preserve it and keep in its original shape out of the new urban projects that might be approved in the future.