Aranjuez The Royal Summer Residence

Located at the confluence of the Tagus and Jarama rivers and southern from Madrid, Aranjuez is famous as a Royal Residence since the time of Philipp II who built his summer palace here.

The interior of the palace is spectacular and well worth to visit, a great example of Rococo decoration. The great gardens around the palace are amazing.

 

River Tajo flows along to the Royal Palace of Aranjuez.

Jardin de Parterre.

 

Jardin de la Isla

Fountain of Hercules and Anteo, the most spectacular part of the Gardens.

The obelisc

Beautiful views

Prince gardens.

Aranjuez is a great place to spend a day in this UNESCO World Heritage Site.