Puerta del Sol(Sun Gate)

The Puerta del Sol was originally built on the wall of Madrid in the 15th century, facing east. The gate tower was decorated with a rising sun pattern, hence the name; in the continuous expansion of the city, the gate was demolished in 1570. The square that was built retained the name of "Puerta del Sol" and gradually became the center of the city. From a bird's eye view, with the 12,000 square meters of semicircular square as the center, 10 streets and alleys spread out radially, like the rising sun, shining brightly. In the center of the square, the oval fountains on the east and west sides are surrounded by the statue of Carlos III sitting in the center. This king who presided over the construction of a large number of Madrid's infrastructure and was highly respected by the people of Madrid, rode a tall horse, smiled and watched the square and the city's changes. On the south side is the most classic building in the square-the Security Bureau Building. The building was built between 1766 and 1768 (the bell tower was added in 1867). Its simple and bright style and red and white facade convey the mood of neoclassical palace-style architecture. The building was originally the central post office of Madrid, and later the headquarters of the Ministry of National Security during the Franco period. It is now the office building of the Madrid government. For a long time, the Spanish people loved the big clock on the roof of the Security Bureau building, regarded the time of this big clock as the Spanish standard time, and regarded it as an honor to come here to check the clock. To this day, every time when the old year is about to end and the new year is about to begin, people still gather in the square to listen to the ringing of the New Year's bell in the building. On the north side, four slightly arc-shaped buildings are lined up along the way, with fashionable facades and crystal white; on the roof in the middle is a "TIO PEPE" (Tio Pepe, the world's number one brand of sherry wine) advertisement, which is exaggerated and elegant, and cute. On the ground of the street in front of the main entrance of the Security Bureau building, there is a sign of the zero kilometer of the highway. The semicircular sign is inlaid with a map of Spain and the Iberian Peninsula and the words "0 km, starting point of the road". The mileage of Spanish roads is calculated from this point, and the street numbers in Madrid are compiled from this point. If you don't leave a photo, it's like your shoes have never set foot in Madrid.

When you visit Madrid, stop at the numerous city squares, stroll through the crisscrossing streets and alleys, you will always meet all kinds of street performers... Some are classic, some are absurd, some are singing and dancing, some are dazed and fooling around, and the beautiful scenery lines have broadened the horizons of many tourists.

travelled to Madrid during summer weather was hot lots of people, tourists great view enjoyed their facility, safety, stays, and people. public transports are convenient. very very amazing trip. good thing about Madrid was their gelato were amazing, especially yogurt ice cream. during summer, nights were short. so you can enjoy endless view and endless evening. definitely great to travel during summer but price is a little bit off, but definite worth I would say. great overall!

Madrid: It's one of the highest-lying capitals in Europe. There are more than 300 street squares, of which Sun Gate Square is the largest, located in the centre of Madrid, where the government is also located. On the day we came, many elderly people lined up here in an orderly manner to petition the government. There is a landmark at the center of the square: zero kilometers. It marks the center of the Iberian Peninsula.

Puerta del Sol is a popular Plaza in Madrid, located in the center of Madrid, the main road of transportation. The square is surrounded by department stores and stores of all kinds. It is for citizens and tourists to relax, cater and shop and gather. There are several famous signs and attractions, such as the central point of the Spanish highway network (0 kilometers), on the road in front of the post office opposite the square; there is a statue of Carlos III in the center of the square, and a statue of El oso y el madro &o (also translated as "Bear and Strawberry Tree", which is the city emblem of Madrid.

Sun Gate Square is the central square of Madrid. It is a relatively leisure and free place. People talk or walk in the square in twos and threes. Some behavioral artists put on various shapes: on the one hand, they can entertain everyone, on the other hand, the people watching can give some change at will, and they can earn a little income.