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Palacio de Cristal

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The Crystal Palace (Palacio de Cristal), in Buen Retiro Park.

Hidden among the trees south of Parque del Buen Retiro's lake is the Palacio de Cristal. Built in 1887, it's a magnificent metal-and-glass structure and El Retiro’s most beautiful architectural monument. Art and photo exhibitions are sometimes held here.

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