Gran Via (Great Way) is an ornate and upscale shopping street located in central Madrid. It leads from Calle de Alcala (Alcala street), close to Plaza de Cibeles, to Plaza de Espana. The lively street is one of the city’s most important shopping areas, with a large number of hotels and large movie theaters; it is also noted for the grand architecture prevalent among many of its buildings. Now, most of the theaters are being replaced by shopping malls. Must for Madrid sightseeing tours.
GPS travel destinations: 40° 25′ 12″ N, 3° 42′ 13″ W
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