Palacio De Cristal

Name: Palacio De Cristal
Address: Paseo de la Republica de Cuba 4 Parque Del Retiro, 28009 Madrid Spain, Madrid, Spain
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Paseo de la Republica de Cuba 4 Parque Del Retiro, 28009 Madrid Spain

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Palacio de Cristal, located in Madrid’s historic Buen Retiro Park, is a striking 19th‑century glass pavilion originally built for the 1887 International Exposition of the Philippines. Designed in the shape of a Greek cross, the structure’s iron frame and expansive glass walls create a luminous, airy environment that once housed greenhouses and now serves as a temporary exhibition space for the Reina Sofía Museum. Its spectacular dome rises over 22 metres and the surrounding gardens offer picturesque views of the park’s lake, making the palace a popular destination for art lovers and architecture enthusiasts alike. Visitors can explore temporary art displays, learn about the pavilion’s historic role in Madrid’s industrial heritage, and appreciate the elegant combination of ironwork and glass that characterizes the classic Crystal Palace design.