Ricardo Velasquez built this beautiful structure of steel and glass in Madrid, which was originally designed to exhibit Philippine flowers. Today, the Palacio de Cristal in Madrid hosts a variety of art shows of every genre from Spanish portraiture to Bugs Bunny. The building is a favourite for fashion photographers shooting languid models feeding the swans against the backdrop of gleaming steel and glass.

Madrid city, a place of vibrant enthusiam is a full of new and exciting experiences, and great Madrid shopping. In this city you may not sleep, but it's still a good idea to book into one of the classy Madrid hotels.