The city of Madrid is the capital and largest city of Spain. It is located on the Manzanares River in the heart of Spain and the Community of Madrid. It is the third largest city in the EU and it is the seat of government, political center, and the residence of the royal family of Spain. Madrid being the capital of Spain has great cultural and political importance. It is the third largest european economic center and it is the major financial center of the Iberian Peninsula because of its market size, economic output, and standard of living.

Over the course of many years, the city of Madrid had preserved the ambiance and appearance of its historic areas and sites even though it has created modern structures and facilities. Madrid is home of some of the most popular landmarks in the world and it is characterized byt its various cultural and artistic activities.

Madrid is one of the most visited cities in Europe and it is also one of the best destinations not only for travel but also for Spanish language learning.