To illustrate this point, consider that Microsoft, started in 1975, reached a peak equity market valuation of over $500 billion in 2000, yet is currently worth just over $200 billion (September 2010).
Madrid is a remarkable capital city with numerous interesting attractions that reveal an important history. The must sees of the city include Old Madrid, the Museo del Prado, the Palacio Real (Royal Palace), its gardens, Retiro Park, and the city's many fine and famous plazas.
The royal Palace in the city of Madrid is the official residence for the Emperors of Spain.The palace is one of the main attractions in the city and it is Western Europeâs largest palace that covers an area of 135,000 square meters with 2800 rooms.The palace was built in between the years 1738-1755 on the site of an old castle belonging to the 16th century.he palace is one of the main attractions in the city and it is Western Europeâs largest palace that covers an area of 135,000 square meters with 2800 rooms. The palace was built in between the years 1738-1755 on the site of an old castle belonging to the 16th century.