Plaza Mayor, Madrid
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The Plaza Mayor (English: Town square) is a major public space in the heart of Madrid, the capital of Spain. It was once the centre of Old Madrid.[1] It was first built (1580–1619) during the reign of Philip III. Only a few blocks away is another famous plaza, the Puerta del Sol.
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Plaza Mayor of Madrid | |
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Location | Madrid, Spain |
Coordinates | 40.415364°N 3.707391°W / 40.415364; -3.707391 |
Official name | Plaza Mayor de Madrid |
Type | Non-movable |
Criteria | Monument |
Designated | 1985 |
Reference no. | RI-51-0005006 |
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