Introduction to the Prado Museum: The Prado Museum (Museo del Prado) is considered to be one of the greatest museums in the world, and it is also the most comprehensive and authoritative art museum with a collection of Spanish paintings and sculptures. The museum was built in the 18th century and was originally intended to be a museum of natural sciences. The exhibits are mainly works from England, the Netherlands and Germany, as well as Italian works. It also collects sculptures, sketches, furniture, coins, badges, from tapestries to... Various decorative arts including stained glass windows and rare jewelry. It is known as the "Golden Triangle of Art" together with the Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Reina Sofia National Art Center.