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The big difference between Madrid and many other capitals is its size. Thanks to its compact city centre, it is an ideal city to explore on foot. Madrid is a great city for buying jewellery and watches that, for the most part, are conveniently clustered in the elegant neighbourbood of Salamanca. Spain’s incredibly rich history has given rise to some of the most diverse jewellery-making techniques in the world. Jewellers such as Carrera y Carrera evoke Spain’s myriad cultural traditions, while independent contemporary designers such as Joaquín Berao prove that the art of jewellery making is very much alive and kicking.
Compiled by Rebecca Doulton
The El Corte Inglés department store is still a family-run business that provides literally everything under the sun, including an entire department set aside exclusively for watches.
Occupying Gran Vía no. 1 is the iconic 1917 Grassy building, one of the most famous Madrid landmarks and home to the Grassy boutique since 1952.
The flagship Yanes boutique in the Salamanca district is one of Madrid’s favourite family jewellers and you can often spot Queen Letizia of Spain wearing the brand's high jewellery.