Then we headed to the National Archeological Museum, a museum that just reopened this month. On the way we passed some sort of military celebration with a marching band and soldiers on parade.
There were also numerous interesting architectural features and buildings.
The museum was great, with a vast collection covering early hominids up to eighteenth century Spain. It was very well done, with descriptions in both Spanish and English so it made for a very informative visit. This is Lucy, an early adult female hominid with Lila for comparison ( Lila is wearing the blue coat).
We all thought this mummy was interesting. There was an x-ray above it showing what was under the wrappings.
We went for lunch at El Corte Ingles, which had a great view of the city and the huge park beyond the palace.
Here is Lila with her fancy birthday ice cream.