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Centro de Conde Duque
Centro de Conde Duque Review
Built by Pedro de Ribera in 1717-30 to accommodate the Regiment of the Royal Guard, this imposing building has gigantic proportions (the facade is 250 yards long) and was used as a military academy and an astronomical observatory in the 19th century. A fire damaged the upper floors in 1869, and after some decay it was partially renovated and turned into a cultural and arts center, with temporary art exhibitions in some of its spaces, including the public and historical libraries. In summer, concerts are held outside in the main plaza.
- Address: Conde Duque 9 and 11, Malasaña, Madrid, 28004 | Map It
- Phone: 915/885-834
- Hours: Tues.--Sat. 10--2 and 6--9, Sun. 10:30--2 exhibitions only
- Metro: San Bernardo.
- Location: Chueca and Malasaña
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