Sabatini Gardens, Madrid

Madrid is the last place one might expect to find an Egyptian temple, but here you are. It was a gift from Egypt for the help rendered by Spain to move its temples to higher ground to prevent being flooded after construction of a giant dam on the Nile. It is dedicated to god Debod, and is located within a block North from the Royal Palace. Inside there is a small museum.

If you're looking for a quiet, romantic getaway from Madrid's hustle and bustle, take a long stroll in the Sabatini Gardens (Jardines de Sabatini). Located next to the Royal Palace, the gardens are a tranquil and beautiful place. You'll find a pool, statues and fountains, with bushes and trees groomed in symmetrical geometric shapes.

The gardens were designed by the Italian Architect Franciso Sabitini. They are laid out in a formal style & provide lots of interesting statues A relaxing & tranquil spot for a refershing break away from the bustiling streets.

One the north side of the Royal Palace, the Jardines de Sabatini can be found, a small park with entrance to the larger park "Campo del Moro". Most interesting thing in this park is the view the westside of the town and several trees that have been trimmed a bit weird.

Beautiful gardens which can be found just below the Royal Palace, a friend recommended I go here but my first stop would have to be at a well known ice-cream shop just before the entrance... and devour it whilst walking through the gardens or just sit by a fountain in the grass and relax! That's exactly what I did anyway :P

Jardines de Sabatini (Sabatini's Gardens) are situated nearby Palacio Real. These gardens were built where once were the studs. Do not miss this place, and take a walk along the wooded alleys.

Los Jardines de Sabatini están situados junto al Palacio Real. Estos jardines se encuentran en donde antiguamente se encontraban las caballerizas. No te pierdas este lugar, y pasea por los umbríos caminos.

This gardens from 1930 are at the side of the Royal Palace are in classic style.

They are free entrance, not as the Campo de Moro that you have to pay 5 euros entrance (I can not say anything about them lol as I never been, hope I can do it in my next visit, and also Las Vistillas)

In summer you can enjoy some teathers and concerts there.

From here go in direction to Plaza de Espa?a, but do not cross the road, go under the road and follow the signs until you get into the Temple of Debod, or If you have not seen the Royal Teather and the plaza de oriente with its lines of Kings, this is the moment to do it

The gardens were cool and shady. I couldn't help but notice all the young people who had chosen the spot to make-out. It seemed that every bench was occupied by kissing couples. Statues of former kings, and visigoths line the pathways and seemed to stare at the young lovers disapprovingly.