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

There is evidence that a market existed here in the 16th century. Right outside the market territory is the city Council, which oversees market trading.

Supposedly, the name comes from the Spanish word "El Rastro" which is translated as "mark". Once near the market was located slaughterhouse, and transportation of dead cattle along the street were often left a trail of blood.

A huge number of retail locations in the Rastro market offers buyers the opportunity to purchase a variety of products. It sells all sorts of trinkets, books, magazines, jewelry, clothing, folk costumes, costumes of the matadors, furniture, dishes and, of course, various Souvenirs. There are many antique shops, where you can find amazing Antiques.

The Rastro market is open on weekends and holidays, from 9-00 till 15-00. The greatest revival in the trade reaches around 11 hours.

The Rastro market is so popular that it is mentioned in movies, books and even songs. This place is worth a visit shopping enthusiasts, as well as all those who are interested in old, rare and unusual things.