Museo Del Prado


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Museo Del Prado
	Located on the tranquil banks of the river Manzanares the city of Madrid is not only at the geographical center of Spain but is also at the epicenter of all major activities like administration, economy, business and culture. Madrid is one of the largest cities of the country and also the country's national capital. A city which dates back to centuries, Madrid has withstood several foreign invasions contributing much to its present culture and tradition but despite that the city has not lost its nostalgic past. Having been a major place of activity during the roman times the city is strewn with stupendous architecture and major archaeological remnants. Apart from the modern infrastructure that renders the city an ultramodern look some of the major attractions in Madrid would include the Museo Del Prado.

Founded in the year 1819 the Museo Del Prado is one of the finest repositories of European art, coins, medals and other such important historical remains. The museum is a marvelous delight in respect to its architecture and comprises of the two buildings namely, The Villanueva Building and The Cason del Buen Retiro. from its initial beginning as a royal museum the Museo Del Prado has now transcended to become a national museum of Spain.

Collections at Museo Del Prado
The collection of the Museo Del Prado is indeed breathtaking and apart from some of the celebrated European paintings and sculptures it also houses drawings, coins, medals, decorative artifices and other works of art. Some major collections include:

Spanish Painting
Italian Painting
Flemish and Dutch Painting
French Painting
German Painting
Drawing and Prints
Decorative Arts

Sculptures

Other services at Museo Del Prado

Educational and cultural seminars
Library
Commercial Services
Exhibitions
Membership Schemes
Educational groups
Audio Guides
Cafeteria/Restaurant

Curio shop

Location of the Museo Del Prado:The museum is located at Paseo del Prado and is easily commutable through metro, rail or even buses.

Timings of the Museo Del Prado:

Tuesdays to Sundays and public holidays: 9:00 am-8:00 pm
Closed on Mondays

The Museo Del Prado is not only one the most celebrated tourist destinations of Madrid, Spain but is a compelling place to be visited by every art connoisseur.

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