¡Ven Conmigo a Madrid! MinaKasey Haris

History of Madrid

Originally called Mayrit Founded by emir Muhammad in ninth century Arabs were in control of Iberian Peninsula Toledo was the biggest city under Spanish control

Reconquista of Spain by Christians Mixture of cultures

King Alfonso I relocated Madrid to where it is now in 1083 Plaza Mayor (main square) was built in the 13 th century by John II El Pardo Palace (residence for outside royalty) was built soon after by Enrique III

The Spanish Court moved to Madrid in the 16 th /17 th century The 19 th century was a time of great struggle The Spanish Constitution of 1978 confirmed Madrid as capitol city

Architecture in Madrid

Architecture Principle styles shaped by monarchical dynasties Moors Hapsburgs Bourbons Modern

Pre-Capital Madrid Small town before Phillip II moved court there Medieval Madrid – Brick mudéjar towers Mudéjar style by Muslims living on Christian territory in pre-Inquisition Spain – Example: Las Ventas » Bullring

Madrid Architecture under the Hapsburgs (16th-17th century) Plaza Mayor – Castilian baroque Grey slate spires Brick-red facades Other – Puente de Segovia – the Casa de la Villa – El Escorial – "Austrias" neighborhood, also known as "La Latina" or "Madrid de los Hapsburgos”

Madrid Architecture under the Hapsburgs (16th-17th century) Plaza Mayor – Castilian baroque Grey slate spires Brick-red facades Other – Puente de Segovia – the Casa de la Villa – El Escorial – "Austrias" neighborhood, also known as "La Latina" or "Madrid de los Hapsburgos”

Madrid Architecture under the Hapsburgs (16th-17th century) Plaza Mayor – Castilian baroque Grey slate spires Brick-red facades Other – Puente de Segovia – the Casa de la Villa – El Escorial – "Austrias" neighborhood, also known as "La Latina" or "Madrid de los Hapsburgos”

Madrid Architecture under the Hapsburgs (16th-17th century) Plaza Mayor – Castilian baroque Grey slate spires Brick-red facades Other – Puente de Segovia – the Casa de la Villa – El Escorial – "Austrias" neighborhood, also known as "La Latina" or "Madrid de los Hapsburgos”

Madrid Architecture under the Hapsburgs (16th-17th century) Plaza Mayor – Castilian baroque Grey slate spires Brick-red facades Other – Puente de Segovia – the Casa de la Villa – El Escorial – "Austrias" neighborhood, also known as "La Latina" or "Madrid de los Hapsburgos”

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) French and Italian influences – Ornate, decorative – Pedro de Ribera's Hospice – Conde Duque Cuartel – Royal Palace

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) French and Italian influences – Ornate, decorative – Pedro de Ribera's Hospice – Conde Duque Cuartel – Royal Palace

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) French and Italian influences – Ornate, decorative – Pedro de Ribera's Hospice – Conde Duque Cuartel – Royal Palace

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) King Charles III influence – “Bricklayer king“ Paseo del Prado Enlightenment institutions – Museum of Natural Sciences – Astronomical Observatory – Botanical Gardens Classically inspired fountains of Cibeles and Neptuno

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) King Charles III influence – “Bricklayer king“ Paseo del Prado Enlightenment institutions – Museum of Natural Sciences – Astronomical Observatory – Botanical Gardens Classically inspired fountains of Cibeles and Neptuno

Madrid Architecture under the Bourbons (18th-19th century) King Charles III influence – “Bricklayer king“ Paseo del Prado Enlightenment institutions – Museum of Natural Sciences – Astronomical Observatory – Botanical Gardens Classically inspired fountains of Cibeles and Neptuno

Madrid Architecture: 20th Century and Beyond Eclectic Puerta de Europa Torre Picasso Reina Sofia Museum

Madrid Architecture: 20th Century and Beyond Eclectic Puerta de Europa Torre Picasso Reina Sofia Museum

Madrid Architecture: 20th Century and Beyond Eclectic Puerta de Europa Torre Picasso Reina Sofia Museum

Cultural Events and Festivals in Madrid

Carnival Celebrated in Madrid since the Middle Ages Tradition to carry through the streets a coffin with a cardboard sardine inside Burial of the sardine marks the beginning of Lent

New Year’s Puerta del Sol Tradition to eat a grape for each of the 12 chimes to ring in the New Year and make a wish

Calgabata de Reyes January 5 th (afternoon) Children go to bed early and awake to gifts from the Magi in the morning Parade with floats and the Three Kings throwing candy to children

Semana Santa Takes place during Holy Week Processions and events take place in Madrid to honor Mary and Jesus A time for Catholics to repent for their sins

Feria de San Isidro May 8 th -15 th Bullfights take place in the Las Ventas arena Festival that honors the patron saint of the city Traditional costumes are worn (Chulapo) for men and (Chulapa) for women

Veranos de la Villa August 1 st -15 th Photo exhibitions, operas, concerts, and theatre performances Smaller musical performances as well as some internationally acclaimed musicians

HISTORY ARCHITECTURE CULTURE

1-100 Where in Spain is Madrid located?

1-200 Who was in control of Madrid (Mayrit) before the Christians? The Arabs

1-300 When was Madrid confirmed as the capitol city of Spain? 1978

1-400 Which king relocated Madrid to where it is now? King Alfonso I

2-100 Name one of the two European countries that influenced Madrid’s architecture Italy and France

2-200 Name two of the four dynasties that shaped Madrid’s architecture Moors, Hapsburgs, Bourbons, and Modern

2-300 What style influenced this? Plaza Mayor Hapsburgs

2-400 Who is the “bricklayer” king? King Charles III

3-100 What fruit do people eat to celebrate New Year’s in Madrid? Grapes

3-200 What animal is carried in a coffin during Carnival? Sardines

3-300 Where do the bullfights take place? The Las Ventas Arena

3-400 What is the name of the traditional costume men wear during the Feria de San Isidro? Chulapo