What is the name of the Baroque palace in Madrid?

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The Baroque palace in Madrid is the Royal Palace of Madrid.

The palace is the official residence of Spain’s royal family, although it is now used mainly for state ceremonies. Its exterior is often described as late Baroque classicism, combining a monumental Italian-inspired design with restrained classical elements. The building occupies the site of Madrid’s former Alcázar, a fortress and royal residence that burned on 24 December 1734.

King Philip V commissioned a larger palace for the Bourbon dynasty after the fire. Filippo Juvarra prepared the initial grand design, and his disciple Giovanni Battista Sacchetti adapted and carried the project forward. Construction of the present palace took place chiefly from 1738 to 1755, with later work by architects including Francesco Sabatini.

The Royal Palace is sometimes confused with El Escorial, which is a separate royal monastery and historic residence outside Madrid. The Prado is an art museum, while the Alhambra is a palace-fortress complex in Granada, not Madrid.

Source: Wikipedia · fact-checked Sept. 2026

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