The Museo del Prado, officially known as Museo Nacional del Prado, is Spain's main national art museum, located in central Madrid. It is renowned for housing one of the world's finest collections of European art, dating from the 12th to the early 20th century. The museum's collection includes around 8,200 drawings, 7,600 paintings, 4,800 prints, and 1,000 sculptures. It is one of the most visited sites globally and is considered one of the greatest art museums in the world. The Prado Museum was founded as a museum of paintings and sculpture in 1819. The building that houses the museum was designed in 1785 by Juan de Villanueva and opened to the public in 1819. The museum has undergone several renovations due to the increase in its collection and the public's interest. The museum is part of Madrid's Golden Triangle of Art, which also includes the nearby Thyssen-Bornemisza Museum and the Museo Reina Sofía. This area was included in the UNESCO World Heritage list in 2021. The Prado Museum is a must-visit for art lovers and history buffs alike.