Almost five centuries after it was completed, visitors to San Lorenzo de El Escorial will discover new secrets about the treasures of this grandiose palace. Tourists who make the 35-mile trip ...

Everything you need to know about a day trip to El Escorial from Madrid, Spain. Read this article before you go!

El Escorial, officially known as San Lorenzo de El Escorial, is a monumental complex located near Madrid, Spain. It serves as a royal palace, monastery, museum and historical site. Nearly 40 ...