The history of Madrid: From the moors to modernity

www.historyextra.com The history of Madrid: from the Moors to modernity

The Spanish capital is a city of water and war, marked by conflict but glorying in culture. Jules Stewart guides us through the story of Madrid.

I didn't get a pay wall, but just in case, here's a 12ft link. This is a very nice article summarizing the history of my favorite city, Madrid. You wouldn't believe it now because today it seems like such a dry place, but during most of its history it was a strategic spot because it had lots of water in an area that was far from the sea.

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