Some things have improved, THAT'S FOR SURE (and Puerta del Sol is the best example), but other things remain under construction - like the Plaza de Isabel II (a.k.a. Plaza de Opera) and Plaza de Castilla.
The pedestrianization of some Old downtown streets is definitely for the better although enduring the first few years of change includes growing pains.
Glad to hear you're enjoying yourself, Donna Cuervo!
Saludos, MadridMan
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