Prosperidad, Residential district in Chamartín, Madrid, Spain
Prosperidad is a residential neighborhood in Chamartín located between Príncipe de Vergara street and the M-30 highway. It combines modern buildings with traditional housing structures in a mixed urban landscape.
The area originated in the mid-19th century as farmland with tile factories, then transformed into a residential zone. This development was completed in 1955 when it became part of the Chamartín district.
The neighborhood hosts embassies and cultural institutions that shape Madrid's international outlook. Theaters, museums, and international organizations give the area a cosmopolitan character.
The neighborhood offers good accessibility through multiple metro stations, bus lines, and proximity to the Avenida de América transportation hub. Visitors will find easy navigation thanks to clear infrastructure and regular connections to other areas.
The area preserves traditional corralas, communal housing with open courtyards, alongside contemporary apartment buildings and embassy residences. This mix reveals how the urban structure evolved over generations.
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