Campo Del Moro
Spain
Campo del Moro is a garden located in the Spanish city of Madrid. Declared of historical-artistic interest in 1931, it occupies an area of about twenty hectares, extending, from east to west, from the western facade of the Royal Palace to the promenade of the Virgin of the Port.
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7 sections · tap a section for its opening lines1Orientation
Welcome to the Campo del Moro, one of the most 'beautiful and historic' gardens in Madrid. Standing here, you are entering a 'peaceful retreat' that combines nature, history, and architecture in a way that is unique to the…
Listen in the app2Paseo de la Virgen del Puerto — The Gateway to Serenity
To reach the 'main entrance' of Campo del Moro, we must follow the 'Paseo de la Virgen del Puerto,' a street that runs along the 'edge of the gardens near the river.' From the Royal Palace, this involves a 'short walk downhill'…
Listen in the app3The Fountain of the Shells — A White Marble Masterpiece
As we walk deeper into the gardens, we encounter the 'Fountain of the Shells' (Fuente de las Conchas). Built in '1765' for the 'Palace of Infante Don Luis' in Boadilla del Monte, it was 'donated to the Spanish crown' and…
Listen in the app4The Chalecito de la Reina — An Alpine Retreat in Madrid
On the left side of the garden, we find the 'Chalecito de la Reina' (The Queen's Little Chalet). Built in the '19th century' during the reign of 'Isabella II,' this 'chalet' was part of the 'project to transform Campo del Moro…
Listen in the app5The Gallery of the Royal Collections — A Modern neighbor
Visible through the trees on the right is a 'white building'—the 'Gallery of the Royal Collections' (Galería de las Colecciones Reales), which was 'inaugurated in 2023.' This 'modern and impressive' gallery displays some of the…
Listen in the app6The Chalet de Corcho — A Cork and Glass Leisure Area
Deep within the 'romantic' paths of the garden, we find the 'Chalet de Cortiça' or 'Chalet del Corcho.' Built in '1898,' this 'small and unique' building features a 'wooden structure covered with cork.' Its most 'distinctive…
Listen in the app7Closing
As we conclude our 'peaceful walk' through the 'Campo del Moro Garden,' we must reflect on its 'layered history' and its 'enduring beauty.' This is a 'park' that 'witnesses the passage of time' as a 'quiet fortress' of nature.…
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What is Campo Del Moro?
Campo Del Moro is a place in Spain with 7 story sections on Tellby. You can read the opening of each section on this page; the sound plays in the app.
| Location | Spain |
|---|---|
| Type | Heritage |
| Story sections | 7 |
| Text language | English |
| Coordinates | 40.4183, -3.7173 |
| Last updated |
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