El Capricho Park
El Capricho is a park in Madrid. The word capricho is Spanish for "whim" or "caprice". It was created by María Josefa Pimentel, Duchess of Osuna (1752-1834) on her estate at Alameda de Osuna, which was then outside the city of Madrid. It is landscaped in eighteenth-century style with formal and naturalistic features. It is recognised as one of the most beautiful parks in the city.
| El Capricho | |
|---|---|
The lake in the park | |
El Capricho Park El Capricho Park | |
| Location | Madrid |
| Coordinates | 40.4561°N 3.5987°W |
| Area | 14 |
| Established | 1787 |
| Public transit access | El Capricho |
The landscape design shows some English influence. Characteristically of continental gardens in the English style, there are a number of "eye-catchers" such as a hermit's house and a temple to Bacchus. Other features include a lake and a maze.
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