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 We will not be heading to the city center until a little later than originally planned. It will probably be around 2:30/2:45 Spain time (7:30/7:45 am MN time). Follow the link on the previous post. 

Location: El Retiro Park, Plaza de la Independencia, 7, 28001 Madrid, Spain

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