Madrid boasts of being the capital of the Spain, but actually, it is the social and cultural capital of the entire region of central Europe. It has been enriched by cultures and traditions of many eras like Gothic, Baroque and Renaissance, and each one of them has made an impression on the city which you will feel while touring around. Geographically, Prague lies on the banks of the Vltava River and has oceanic and humid continental climate which is greatly enjoyed by the visitors.
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Since 2002, Spain has embraced the monetary unit of the European Union: the euro. The euro, which uses the symbol € and the currency code EUR, is the second most traded currency in the world’s foreign exchange markets. The currency is issued by the European Central Bank. In most countries that use the euro, the symbol is typically placed after the number, such as 1€. Before 2002, the former currency of Spain was the peseta but since it was only valid in Spain, we’re grateful for the change!
There are two main railway stations in Madrid. The biggest is Madrid Atocha in the south. This is a hub for high-speed services from all over the country, commuter trains, and regional services from the south. The second main station is Madrid Chamartín in the north of the city.
Madrid’s public transport consists of the Madrid Metro (underground), day & night buses, the ‘Metro Ligero’ (Madrid light rail) as well as the regional train system known as the ’Cercanías’ which are the suburban trains that connect the city of Madrid with rest of the Madrid region. So, no matter where you are going, Madrid’s public transport system will get you there.
If you are visiting Spain or are a resident here and travelling back into the country, it could be that you need to bring prescription medication with you. However, it’s important to know which medications you can bring into Spain, how much you can carry and what documentation you may need.
For Spain there are two associated plug types, types C and F. Plug type C is the plug which has two round pins and plug type F is the plug which has two round pins with two earth clips on the side. Spain operates on a 230V supply voltage and 50Hz.
Madrid-Barajas Airport (code IATA: MAD, code ICAO: LEMD) is located on the northeast of Madrid, Barajas district, only 12 kilometers from Madrid city centre.
The best way to get around Madrid is by metro. A handful of metro lines extend as far north as the Madrid-Barajas Airport (MAD) as well as into the city’s southern suburbs. Buses are an option, too, as are metered taxis, which can be hailed on the street or found in ranks throughout the city.
Spain is a party to the Schengen Agreement. This means that U.S. citizens may enter Spain for up to 90 days for tourism or business without a visa. Your passport should be valid for at least three months beyond the period of stay.
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