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The best of San Lorenzo de El Escorial

6 experiences you shouldn't miss — the most beautiful places, attractions, markets and hidden gems.

Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial Spain's granite colossus awaits
Real Monasterio de San Lorenzo de El Escorial
Silla de Felipe II (King Philip's Seat) Where a king watched his palace rise
Silla de Felipe II (King Philip's Seat)
Restaurante Charolés Cocido madrileño done properly
Restaurante Charolés
Mercado Medieval de El Escorial Medieval pageantry in the plaza
Mercado Medieval de El Escorial
Valle de Cuelgamuros (Valle de los Caídos) Granite cross above a contested valley
Valle de Cuelgamuros (Valle de los Caídos)
Casita del Príncipe (Prince's Cottage) A royal jewel box in the pines
Casita del Príncipe (Prince's Cottage)
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