Plaza de la Villa

square in Madrid

#20 in Madrid / #327 in Spain

by Jean-Pierre Dalbéra

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Plaza de la Villa is a historic square located in the heart of Madrid, Spain. It is one of the city's oldest squares and is surrounded by several notable buildings that showcase a blend of architectural styles, primarily from the medieval and Renaissance periods. Key landmarks include the Casa de la Villa, which served as Madrid's city hall until 2007, the Torre de los Lujanes, one of the oldest buildings in the city, and the Casa de Cisneros, a 16th-century palace. The square also features a statue of Álvaro de Bazán, a prominent Spanish admiral.

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