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For Hens partying in Madrid, there are few more spectacular ways to get out, see a bit of Madrid, and, well have a few, than by taking the funny funicular. Madrid's famous teleférico (to the locals) will take you for a memorable carry on up the cable.
A tried and trusted urban myth has it that many a Madrileño was conceived in these cable cars that have run the 3KM or so out to Madrid's biggest park since the 70's. But if that puts more than a glint in your bloodshot eye, rest assured, they'll have cleaned the seats! |
Our guide will take you to the west of Madrid city centre and you'll sit in fours in the cable car. You'll wobble out over the Casa de Campo park, and begin to appreciate the amazing views of the old capital and Arab settlement.
Look down and you'll the see the graves of 23 martyrs to the 1802 revolution against Napoleon. You'll also get a feel for the Spanish Civil War battles - this is where Franco's troops entered beleaguered Republican Madrid, aided by a "Fifth column" lying low under your seat!
From those giddy heights of history, you may well be feeling a bit giddy so observe the golden rule on these occasions - stop looking down! Instead check out the amazing view of the old town with the setting sun casting a soft light on the white stone of the Royal Palace and the vast Almudena Cathedral.
You'll glide over the mighty River Manzanares, then over the equally mighty M30 ring road (yup that's the one that actually runs under the main stand at Atletico Madrid!), and then pass by some 60's high rise housing (maybe spot someone undressing at about 20 yards range in their bedroom). It's a hoot. |
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In about 12 minutes you'll be there. Where? A bar on the crest of the hill of course, this is Madrid! Our guide will get you seated at the restaurant-bar and order up some local alcohol-based especialidades. You may want to try a jug of fruity sangria, maybe some crisp Cava (the ultra-fun Spanish champagne) or just sink a beer or two.
After that, it's up to you. We'll suggest some activities while out in the Park (rowing, the fun fair, swimming pool, zoo) or just cable it back while pondering the feasibility of that procreation story.
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