🏛️🍷 “Timeless Charm in a Circle: A Slow Day in Chinchón” 🇪🇸✨

#mediterranean Just a short trip from Madrid, Chinchón feels like a leap back in time. With its iconic circular Plaza Mayor, rustic balconies, and deep Castilian character, this hilltop town invites you to savor Spanish life slowly — through food, tradition, and timeless beauty. ⸻ 📍 Location: Chinchón, Community of Madrid, Spain 🕰️ Best Time to Visit: March–May or September–October — warm days, fewer crowds, and local festivals 🚗 How to Get There: Less than 1 hour by car or bus from Madrid (departing from Conde de Casal station) ⸻ 💡 Travel Tips • The Plaza Mayor is the star — dine or sip wine while surrounded by green wooden balconies and 15th-century charm • Visit the Teatro Lope de Vega, where classic Spanish plays once echoed • Explore the ruins of Castillo de los Condes, overlooking the town and fields beyond • Don’t miss the Parador de Chinchón — a former monastery turned hotel, great for photos and coffee • Chinchón is known for anís liqueur — try a tasting at local shops • Perfect for a half-day or slow full-day trip from Madrid ⸻ #chinchon #hiddenspain #madriddaytrip #plazamayorchinchon #spanishtowns #anischinchon #medievalspain #slowtravelspain #castilemagic #ruralescape #travelmadrid #authenticspain #historicalvillages#historicallandmarks #trip #travel #familytrip