| Palacio
Real de Madrid (Royal Palace of Madrid), also called Palacio de Oriente
(Palace of Orient) is the official residence of the King of Spain, located
in Madrid. King Juan Carlos and the royal family do not actually reside
in this palace, instead choosing the smaller Palacio de la Zarzuela, on
the outskirts of Madrid. However, the Palacio Real de Madrid is still used
for state occasions. The palace is owned by the Spanish state and administered
by the Patrimonio Nacional agency. The palace is located on Bailén
street, in the western part of downtown Madrid, east of the Manzanares
River, and is accessible from the Ópera metro station. The palace
is partially open to public, except when in official use. |
