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Private tour in Madrid CARLOS L
San Lorenzo de El Escorial & the Royal Site
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I was born in Madrid in 1973, living all my life in this wonderful, magical and historical city. Degree in tourism and with more than 20 years of experience in taking care and guiding people, I will be focused on making your visit an amazing time to remember. History, traditions, art, gastronomy and many more. . . I'm ready to share a good time with you showing up the reality of my city and surroundings. I started out being a tour guide 20 years ago, since then I have travelled around the world, I have visited places on the 5 continents diving into the culture of exotic countries and I realized that being guided by a local is the way to explore by first hand a new city. I experienced by myself what everyone of us expects when being guided. I have been so many times a tourist like everyone else when travelling. Let me guide you through Madrid past, present and future. Language: English or Spanish. History & Art History Degree Tourism Bachelor Certified by County Goverment of Madrid as Official Local Guide. Certified by County Goverment of Aragon as Official Local Guide. Certified by County Goverment of Castilla La Mancha Local Guide (TOLEDO). APIT Member (Proffesionals of Tourism Information Asociation) I am not a driver. I can accompany you in your vehicle or I can arrange for a separate car and driver.
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The dream of a powerful King. Considered since the XVI century as the 'Eighth Wonder'
Overview of your Madrid tour
Discovering the Renaissance creation of the most powerful King of the Habsburg Dynasty: Philip II. On the time of the Spanish Empire, when they dominated the half-world Philip the Second decided to fulfill the willing of his father the Emperor Charles V, and commissioned to build up this building which involves not only a Monastery but also a Palace, a Catholic School, a Church, beautiful gardens, a Royal Pantheon and the most important Library of the XVI century. During 21 years Philip II called for the most acclaimed and well-known artists in Europe to decorated and beautify this historical building that has been preserved perfectly throughout the centuries to glorify the Spanish Habsburg Family. In a healthy environment stuck in the Guadarrama National Park, surrounded by mountains, where the high-class society of Madrid has their second residence, we will enjoy of this spiritual and amazing scenario feeding our soul and mind. Let me show you the village where I settle my family residence
Your Madrid tour itinerary
- Meet at the Royal Monastery entrance (North Facade) - Visit the private chambers of the King and the Queen, the Library, Basilica, Royal Cripts, Sacristy and other chambers of the Monastery all profusely decorated by the best artist of the Renaissance. - Visit the Royal Gardens. - Brief walk to discover the village of San Lorenzo de El Escorial The itinerary can be adapted to traveller's interests: do no hesitate to contact me for a customized tour.
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Type: Walking
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San Lorenzo de El Escorial, Community of Madrid, Spain
Airport: ,Cruise: ,ByGuide: Main entrance to monument (Royal Monastery)
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