TANDEM Cultural Program: A walk around old Madrid + Classic Bocadillo de Calamares (Squid Sandwich)

The old centre of Madrid is also called Madrid de los Austrias (The Madrid of the Austrians or the Habsburgs),a beautiful area that is part of the capital city and was created by the monarchs of the House of Austria, from the reigns of Charles I and especially Philip II, which established the Court in Madrid in 1561. It is the most touristic area of Madrid as it passes through the most visited areas such as: the Puerta del Sol, Plaza Mayor, Almudena Cathedral, Royal Palace, and many others.

In addition, to finish the emblematic walk through the old Madrid, what better idea than to eat the classic calamari sandwich. A delicious sandwich, typical of this area of Madrid that leaves no one indifferent. A good way to get to know the most emblematic area of Madrid and also to taste the most emblematic food of this wonderful city. You can’t leave here without seeing the old Madrid or eating the typical calamari sandwich.