El Escorial
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"El Escorial is easy to reach via Cercanias (Madrid's train system) or bus, and is a perfect day trip for locals and tourists alike. Many locals head to El Escorial for hiking or to simply eat well and enjoy a relaxed Sunday in the town, enjoying the peaceful feel of a smaller town that is vibrant without the hustle and bustle of the city. Escorial is rich in history as it is the most important architectural monument of the Spanish Renaissance, and is the official burial site of the Spanish royal family over the decades. You can visit the basilica, the burial site, the beautiful gardens (free of cost :) ) and learn a lot about Spanish history in a quick visit to the town. "
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