Nina M.
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Go just to watch the crowds and stay for the fun!!! Great statue of the bear and strawberry tree, and if you look for it, the morif is depicted as mosaic in the sidewalks leading away from the plaza.
Take a group shot at the medallion marking the geographic center of Spain, and the marker that all roads are measured from.
We wondered why the roads were blocked off from traffic leading into the plaza and learned there was a rally. So we got to see folks coming together. This place is all about the activity. The feel radiates for several blocks in all directions and it takes some walking before you get to neighborhoods and a bit more mundane surroundings.
Wowsers, lots of folks on vacay and locals, all sorts of activity and relaxation, every tchotchke imaginable depicting Spain, ham, pets, kids, football, and funny sayings. Tons of shops offering traditional Spanish jewelry, pottery, and trinkets. Go for the aromas and stay for the food and drinks. With a little sleuthing, the surrounding area is a treasure trove of alleys and old roads, shops, bars, eateries, bakeries, bread, chocolate, and desserts, so many delicious temptations.