In the area of Chamartín (Madrid), numerous investigations, discussions and debates have arisen over the years. Since its inception, Chamartín (Madrid) has been the subject of interest not only at an academic level, but also in society in general. Its impact has been such that it has permeated different aspects of daily life, from culture, politics, economy, to technology. In this article, we will thoroughly explore the importance of Chamartín (Madrid), its implications and its influence in today's world. From its origins to the present, we will analyze its evolution and its role in contemporary society.
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Chamartín | |
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Country | Spain |
Aut. community | Madrid |
Municipality | Madrid |
Area | |
• Total | 5.5 km2 (2.1 sq mi) |
Population | |
• Total | 140,000 |
• Density | 25,000/km2 (66,000/sq mi) |
Madrid district number | 5 |
Chamartín is an administrative district of Madrid, Spain and consists of the following neighbourhoods: El Viso, La Prosperidad, Ciudad Jardín, Hispanoamérica, Nueva España, and Castilla. It was originally named Chamartín de la Rosa and remained an independent municipality until it was incorporated to Madrid in 1948.
It is bounded by the Paseo de la Castellana to the west, the Autopista de Circunvalación M-30 to the north and east, and the Autovía A-2 to the south.
Some of the landmarks of Chamartín are the Gate of Europe, a pair of inclined office buildings; the Santiago Bernabéu Stadium, home of the football team Real Madrid; Chamartín Station, the second-largest railway station in Madrid; the Cuatro Torres Business Area, a business park that comprises the four tallest skyscrapers in Spain; and the National Auditorium of Music (the main concert hall in Madrid) which hosts the Spanish National Orchestra.
The district is administratively divided into 6 wards (Barrios):
The district has the head office of Iberia Airlines and the head office of Iberia Express.
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