Fun facts about Madrid
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Madrid has the second highest number of aligned trees in the world, with 248,000 units, only exceeded by Tokyo.
Madrid
Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million.
From the “Geography” section
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The oldest urban core of Madrid is located on the hills next to the left bank of the Manzanares River.
Madrid
Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million.
From the “Geography” section
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Madrid was confirmed as villa de realengo (linked to the Crown) in 1123, during the reign of Alfonso VII.
Madrid
Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million.
From the “History” section
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The proclamation of the Republic in 1931 created a severe housing shortage, leading to the growth of slums in Madrid.
Madrid
Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million.
From the “History” section
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Madrid is the capital of the Community of Madrid, which has its own legislature and enjoys a wide range of competencies.
Madrid
Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. It had a population of over 3.4 million in the city proper in 2025, and a metropolitan area population of approximately 6.8 million.
From the “Government” section
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