Chueca is the hip, gay neighbourhood of Madrid where
many of the streets are narrow and intimate, but where
the hustle and bustle and the eclectic storefronts and
people give it a distinctly urban feel. The main
thoroughfare is Calle Hortaleza and the main square is
Plaza Chueca, completely filled with terraza tables
serving copas (mixed drinks) during summer. A mixture
of trendy and grungy, some of the adult businesses
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here are explicitly racy in their signage. From the
rainbow flags to the signs above the entrances of its
many funky bars, to the date spot restaurants, Chueca
is a vibrant and colorful place. It's always
interesting to explore the different corners of Chueca
by day, and by night, the area becomes a major
nightlife destination when the clubs open their doors.
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