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Pond of the Crystal Palace

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    1. Puerta de Alcalá – Retiro Park (Madrid) loop from Conde de Casal

    10.0km

    02:39

    90m

    Intermediate hike. Good fitness required. Easily-accessible paths. Suitable for all skill levels.

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    November 6, 2024

    The Crystal Palace Pond is one of the most charming places in the Retiro Park in Madrid. This artificial pond was built in 1887 together with the Crystal Palace, designed by architect Ricardo Velázquez Bosco for the General Exhibition of the Philippine Islands.

    In its centre, there is a fountain that reaches a height of 17 metres. Around the pond, you can find swamp cypresses, whose trunks and roots are partially submerged in the water. In addition, the pond is surrounded by horse chestnuts and features an artificial waterfall and a grotto.

    This place is not only a point of historical and architectural interest, but also a perfect space to relax and enjoy nature in the middle of the city.

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      Location: Madrid, Spain

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