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SHOPPING IN MADRID








               EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO KNOW ABOUT GRAN VIA, A HIGH STREET IN
            CENTRAL MADRID THAT IS KNOWN AS THE ULTIMATE FASHION DESTINATION


                                                  BY AKANKSHA DEAN



                      eople on vacation
                      will be amazed by
                      the great deals
                      Madrid has to offer.                            FAST FACTS
                      Being one of the
          Pmost sought after                                          Best way to move around in Madrid: take a bus
                                                                      or a metro to reach these shopping areas. It
          fashion hubs of the world, the city                         costs only 1 euro to travel to any point.
          is famous for its excellent                                 Best place to stay close to all the shopping
          shopping opportunities.                                     areas: Situated on the impressive Paseo de
           The Gran Via is where I love to                            La Castellana, Madrid’s key avenue is Hotel
          go on a shopping spree and always                           Hesperia, Paseo de la Castellana 57.
          come away extremely astounded
          with the profusion of bargains
          Madrid offers!
           That said, as one of the style
          centres of the biosphere, it is no
          wonder that Madrid is clearly
          known for its outstanding
          shopping.

          MECCA OF ENTERTAINMENT
          As a keen explorer of Madrid’s
          vibrant Gran Via, I must say it’s a
          bustling hub that captivates both
          locals and visitors alike. It’s like
          the Spanish capital’s version of
          Oxford Street, Piccadilly Circus,
          and Broadway combined.
           A delightful starting point is
          Puerta Del Sol Plaza, a central
          spot in Madrid that branches out
          to various iconic landmarks,
          brimming with charming shops
          and cosy cafes.
           Strolling through the lively
          streets and boulevards stemming
          from the plaza is an absolute
          delight. Along this bustling street,
          you will discover El Corte Ingles,
          Madrid’s renowned shopping
          destination offering a diverse
          range of fashion, beauty products,
          and electronics.

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