Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol are the two starting places for you to know Madrid. They are both recommended scenic spots in the old town of Madrid. The old architecture and the exotic shops gracefully exist in these two plazas and these two plazas are also the central leisure area of local citizens. When you visit Plaza Mayor and Puerta del Sol, you may have the pleasure of shopping for these places are the best shopping area.

In the 17th century, Plaza Mayor was built to be the centre of various activities, such as corrida, marches, even cruel religion court trial and execution. Nowadays, you may indulge in the relaxing time, enjoying a cup of coffee in the cafe or lying down the ground.

In Puerta del Sol, the post office is the most iconic building with historical significance.