The palace is located 48 km from Madrid. The royal palace complex was built in the 17th century as the "Spanish answer" to Versailles - just as luxurious, with a rich and thoughtful garden and park ensemble and original interiors. The palace was the summer country residence of the royal family until the 19th century. In 2001, the royal palace in Aranjuez, along with the adjacent gardens and parks, was included in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites.