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A small but stubborn relic of Spain’s turbulent past hides in plain sight.

One of Madrid's most beloved statues is of an anonymous citizen.

A monument to one of the greatest matadors of all time.

A museum dedicated to the centuries-old cave dwellings that housed marginalized communities on the outskirts of the former capital of Muslim Spain.

This taberna has been frying up crunchy salt cod since 1860.

At this century-old barbershop, clients used to be entertained with a glass of brandy and a cigar.

This little sun pays homage to a massive gate that once stood at this location.

A must for film lovers in Madrid and home to the Spanish Film Library's projection space.

In this 400-year-old hotel in Madrid, you'll find a comb in every room, an old clock, and maybe a ghost.

These distorting, funhouse mirrors achieved fame in a renowned piece of Spanish theater.

Spain's largest bullring offers a unique glimpse at architecture and history.

An automaton perched above an classic clock and watch store

A pair of gigantic baby heads greet passengers at Atocha Station.

For decades, Puerta del Sol has been illuminated by a giant, guitar-wielding bottle of sherry.

This sweet-toothed bear searching for snacks has been a symbol of Madrid for decades.

Just like in Hollywood, Madrid has also a forgotten walk of fame.

Among the oldest structures in Madrid, these Moorish walls once guarded the medieval city of Mayrit.

This amazing abuela became a diehard metal fan late in life and an icon of Madrid's '80s rock scene.

An eerie collection of the surviving structures from a past celebration of the future.

A whimsical brother of the nearby Fallen Angel statue takes the falling part quite literally.

Part of the medieval watchtower is displayed in an otherwise ordinary parking garage.

The oldest restaurant in the world is this old-world Spanish eatery, still known for its suckling pig.

The world's largest wooden structure.

An ancient Egyptian temple in the middle of Madrid, Spain.