What is the Buen Retiro?
Community of MadridEl Retiro Park / ProvinceThe Community of Madrid is one of the seventeen autonomous communities of Spain. It is located in the centre of the Iberian Peninsula, and of the Central Plateau. Its capital and largest municipality is Madrid, which is also the capital of the country. Wikipedia
What does Parque del Buen Retiro mean in English?
Park of the Pleasant Retreat
2021 (44th Session) The Buen Retiro Park (Spanish: Parque del Buen Retiro, literally “Park of the Pleasant Retreat”), Retiro Park or simply El Retiro is one of the largest parks of the city of Madrid, Spain. The park belonged to the Spanish Monarchy until the late 19th century, when it became a public park.
Why was Palacio de Cristal built?
It was originally built in 1887 as a greenhouse to showcase flora and fauna as part of an exhibition on the Philippines, then a Spanish colony. Today it is owned by the Reina Sofía Museum which uses it all year round as a venue for hosting temporary exhibitions.
Who designed Retiro?
The spot proved to be an excellent choice, as it was surrounded by trees and was, at the time, slightly at the outskirts of the city. The construction of the park itself was commissioned ten years later by the very same Count-Duke, designed by garden designer Cosimo Lotti.
Why is Retiro Park important?
It was created between 1630 and 1640 as a part of the Buen Retiro Palace, promoted by the Count-Duke of Olivares -Philip IV’s favourite- for the relaxation and amusement of the king. Along the gardens of this palace balls and bullfights were celebrated, as well as water games at the Big Pond.
Is Retiro park bigger than Central park?
Very well maintained large park in the heart of the capital. Guided walking tour in the famous Retiro Park… …
Why was El Retiro built?
The latter is a beautiful glass pavilion built in 1887 to house exotic plants for an exhibition on the Philippines. It is one the finest examples of cast-iron architecture in Spain.
What is the Palacio de Cristal?
Community of MadridPalacio de Cristal / Province
Is Palacio de Cristal free?
All free to enter no ticket required. No tickets and nothing to book, the park is all free and the Palacio is within the park. There is usually an art exhibition inside the Palacio and this is free for all visitors.
What are 2 special features about Retiro Park?
The park contains zoological gardens, the Crystal Palace (Palacio de Cristal; a glass building used for art exhibits), a lake, numerous statues of royalty, and the Rosaleda (“Rose Garden”).
What does Retiro Park have?
The equestrian statue of King Alfonso XII in Retiro Park, Madrid, Spain. The park contains zoological gardens, the Crystal Palace (Palacio de Cristal; a glass building used for art exhibits), a lake, numerous statues of royalty, and the Rosaleda (“Rose Garden”).
Is Retiro Park safe at night?
yes, it is safe. And 7pm-9pm is not night in Madrid by any standard.