One of the most attractive places for tourists in Madrid is the most popular in the city of the Rastro flea market, located along the streets Embahadores and Ronda de Toledo, right on the square Cascorro, where are located more than three and a half thousand stalls. Here you can find the most different, often unexpected, products, both new and used.

There is evidence that the market existed here in the 16th century. Just outside the market is the City Council, which oversees the trade market.

Presumably, the name of the market comes from the Spanish word "El Rastro", which translates as "trace". Once near the market was located slaughterhouse and during transport of livestock killed along the street often remained a bloody trail.

A huge number of shopping places in the Rastro market offers buyers the opportunity to purchase a variety of goods. It sells all sorts of trinkets, books, magazines, jewelry, clothing, costumes, costumes matadors, expensive furniture, dishes and, of course, a variety of souvenirs. It also has many antique shops where you can find amazing antiques.

Rastro market is closed on weekends and public holidays from 9:00 until 15:00. The greatest revival of trade in the region reaches 11 hours.

Rastro market is so popular that it was mentioned in films, books and even songs. This place is definitely worth visiting for shopping, as well as all those who are interested in old, rare and unusual gizmos.