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Barajas, Administrative district in Madrid, Spain

Barajas is a district of Madrid that covers a substantial area and includes five different neighborhoods. The area features a major airport terminal alongside traditional residential zones that show varying urban layouts.

The area was originally an independent municipality called Villa de Barajas before merging with Madrid in 1949. This joining marked a major step in the capital's expansion beyond its former boundaries.

The Alameda de Osuna neighborhood features the Parque de El Capricho, where visitors can explore gardens designed with French, English, and Italian styles. These green spaces remain central to how people experience and enjoy the area today.

The district is easily accessible by public transit, including subway lines serving multiple stations throughout the area. Visitors should keep in mind that the district is very spread out, and walking between different neighborhoods takes considerable time.

The historic center east of Avenida de Logroño preserves buildings from when the area was an independent community. These older structures offer visitors a glimpse of the original settlement before the city expanded outward.

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Location
Inception
November 18, 1949
Shares border with
Hortaleza, San Blas-Canillejas, Coslada, San Fernando de Henares, Torrejón de Ardoz, Paracuellos de Jarama, Alcobendas
GPS coordinates
40.47020,-3.58489
Latest update
December 20, 2025 12:56
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