In this enjoyable series, our friend Marta acts as our tour guide in the wonderful city of Madrid, Spain. Join her to discover some of this Spanish capital's most iconic locales as well its inhabitants' customs and traditions.
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On a lovely September day, Marta shares with us some interesting facts about the famous Plaza del Sol in Madrid, Spain, which is vibrant day and night and attracts millions of international tourists annually.
Difficulty: Intermediate
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From Madrid's Plaza del Sol, Marta shares the story behind the tradition of eating twelve grapes on New Year's Eve as well as giving us a closer look at the famous Kilometer Zero plaque.
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On a lovely Sunday morning in Madrid, Marta introduces us to one of Spain's most iconic breakfasts: churros and porras with hot chocolate, which make for a quintessential and indulgent morning ritual that is beloved by locals and tourists alike.
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In Madrid, you can find churros and porras at any cafe, and it's also common to grab some from a mobile kiosk or food truck. In this video, Marta tells us a bit more about this delightful treat.
Difficulty: Intermediate
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Marta invites us to get to know the capital of Spain, the wonderful city of Madrid. In addition to telling us many of the things she likes most about this city, she will also reveal to us a curious fact about its inhabitants. Let's join her!
Difficulty: Intermediate
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This time, Marta takes us to eat tapas, a very common Spanish activity that is enjoyed by many. Let's discover the tapas that Marta has ordered, some of Spain's most typical... and scrumptious!
Difficulty: Intermediate
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Marta introduces us to two more classic tapas from Madrid's delectable cuisine. Can you guess which ones they are? Let's find out!
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Marta takes us to one of Madrid's most emblematic buildings: the Royal Palace. Although no one lives there today as they did in the past, its impressive exterior and interior are open to the public.
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Let's hear who the first monarch to live in the Royal Palace of Madrid was and what he had to do with the now famous Doña Manolita shop located in the city's downtown.
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Lavapiés is a neighborhood in downtown Madrid that has become one of many tourists' favorites. Let's join Marta to find out what makes it so special.
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In part two of her video about Madrid's popular tourist neighborhood Lavapiés, Marta takes us to an example of a traditional architectural structure there that is usually not visible from the street. Let's learn more about it!
Difficulty: Intermediate
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El Rastro is the largest street market in all of Madrid. Marta introduces us to this fascinating, famous market while teaching us some terms related to it that you might not be familiar with.
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This time, our hostess Marta will show us Madrid's famous Retiro Park, a place where thousands of visitors come every day to enjoy its gardens and explore its many attractions.
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