Some advanced information for anybody that finds themselves in Madrid on October 12th that Spain celebrates a national day ( commemorating the discovery of America in 1492 ) . There will be a huge military parade throught the Plaza de Colon in the presence of the King and other members of the Royal Family , as well as all chiefs of the regional governments of Spain . They'll also be impressive military air displays .
Infact today they started practicing the air display and from now until the 12th my apartment will be constantly buzzed by all kinds of warplanes and transporters etcc ... I love it !!
The military display is always transmitted live on Spanish TV .

A wikipedia link is :

http://es.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fiesta_Nacional_de_Espa%C3%B1a

Steve .