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Travel to the 2016 Olympic Bid Cities

Even though the International Olympic Committee chose Rio de Janeiro to host the 2016 Olympics, all the cities that were vying for the honor are worth a visit. CBS travel editor Peter Greenberg offers his guide to travel in each world-class city.
By Peter Greenberg
Original Content  |  September 29, 2009
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Night view of the Plaza de Cibeles

Madrid

People don't necessarily think of Madrid as a major cultural destination, but there are some great national gems in Spain's capital city. Along the "Avenue of Art" is the Museo del Prado, which holds one of the most impressive collections of European art in the world, the Museo Reina Sofia museum featuring contemporary works and the complimentary Museo Thyssen-Bornemisza, which holds an eclectic mix not found in the other two.

Photo: © 2009 Jupiterimages Corporation

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