Find myself in Madrid the day that Juan Carlos has announced that he will abdicate the thrown to his son Felipe. Lots of excitement here in the center of town. Can't tell if they are protesters or supporters, but I presume the former. "No democracia con reyes" read one sign. Very visible police presence.
Central Madrid is gorgeous. Visited the Museo del Prado (it's free after 6pm). Lots of Goyas, of course, El Greco, and Bosch (El Bosco) - "The Garden of Earthly Delights" triptych! Tons of religious stuff but fascinating nonetheless.
By 11pm the protest has pretty much wrapped up. Just a small crowd now and a bunch of folks selling cans of local beer Mahou, the ground strewn with empties.
