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Is Madrid boring? Is it fun? How do people relax in their free time? From playing and watching live sports to listening to live music to volunteering, here's what 12 local experts had to say about things to do in Madrid.

Madrid is so beautiful, be it day or night. Everything’s open at any time of the day, and you will never be bored. But if you are interested in culture, we also have a lot of museums you can visit and different things that you can try! Another good reason to come here is that everyone is very friendly and open, you won’t have any problem in asking someone if you need any kind of help.

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Madrid is a sprawling metropolitan city located in the middle of the Iberian Peninsula. Before moving to Madrid, it would be helpful to know some Spanish, as many people do not speak English. The winters are mild, but the summers, especially the months of July and August, are often scorching hot. The center of Madrid, due to its colorful and lively nightlife, could be thrilling for young people, but possibly overwhelming for older people, who perhaps desire more peace and stability.

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It’s a very touristy place and there are lots of different people living here. It’s a very beautiful city and it’s easy to go out; there’s always something open! You can go out in the morning, afternoon, evening, night… it’s always fun! But we also have a lot of interesting museums and cultural things to do, and the most important thing: we are very open in this country, specifically in the big cities.

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The city where I currently reside, Madrid, has a few key reasons that attract people to live here. Firstly, the affordable cost of living in most areas apart from the tourist centre. Secondly, it is vibrant and culturally interesting, a city in which you are never lack choice for activities to do or events to attend. And lastly, the people are outgoing and warm, you can spark up a conversation in almost any public setting, something that is not common in other major metropolises of comparable size around the world.

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Madrid is a clear example of everything that’s good about european cities. It has an wide range of experiences and ambiences available for all kinds of taste and its superb public transport services allow you to travel comfortably and quickly. As any city that would like to call itself “the heart of Spain” gastronomy is a key element, and the city is filled with affordable bars, restaurants and pubs offering traditional and avant-garde cuisine.

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Madrid is a lively city where you can find many bars and restaurants. If you are an active person the many there are many parks to go for walks and running. One of the most known is the Retiro park. You can stroll through the city and shop from all the various shops that carter for your every need.

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If you plan on moving to Madrid, you should know some things before: The intense heat of the city is not what you’d expect. The weather is similar to that of Cuba or other vacation spots where you almost feel like you’re suffocating. The next thing is the beauty of the historic buildings. The last thing is my interaction with the people of Madrid; my experience with people has been nothing less than great, especially since I am not a native speaker.

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Madrid is the capital of Spain. Here you can find different important museums like the “Museo del Prado” or “Museo de Reina Sofía” Also, Madrid is known for its monuments like “Cibeles” or “colon”. Madrid is a great city with a lot of different things to do.

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Madrid is a wonderful and vibrant city. There are plenty of bars and cafés to enjoy a drink, or you could go to one of the many relaxing green spaces to sunbathe. There is also a lot of history, dating back a millenium. However, it can get really hot in summer, so be prepared!

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People should consider that Madrid has acoustic contamination, there is a lot of traffic. However, there are a lot of parks in which people have a picnic with their friends. Applying for a job in Madrid is not always easy. Students, for example, can apply to work as a bartender, or as a cashier.

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Madrid is a sprawling city rich in history, stunning architecture, fun tapas bars, friendly people and wowing sights. The two main plazas in the center of Madrid offer perfect venues to people watch, soak in the sun and the vibrancy of the culture and La Vida Loca. Enjoying life is a must in Madrid.

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I think they would need to have a reasonable knowledge of Spanish since English is not widely used in this part of spain. they would need to be prepared to live in hot and dry sub-desert conditions without the aid of an air conditioning system. If you are an ardent soccer fan, Madrid is the city for you.

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