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Madrid: Capital and largest city of Spain
Madrid is the capital and most populous city of Spain. The city has almost 3.4 million inhabitants and a metropolitan area population of approximately 7 million. It is the second-largest city in the European Union (EU), and its monocentric metropolitan area is the second-largest in the EU. The municipality covers 604.3 km2 (233.3 sq mi) geographical area. Madrid lies on the River Manzanares in the central part of the Iberian Peninsula at about 650 meters above mean sea level. The capital city of both Spain and the surrounding autonomous community of Madrid, it is also the political, economic, and cultural centre of the country. The climate of Madrid features hot summers and cool winters.

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Farmers protest in Madrid despite EU concessions [Video]

Farmers protest in Madrid despite EU concessions

Thousands of Spanish farmers protested with tractors in Madrid on Sunday, as Polish farmers blocked a highway leading to Germany.

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The EU marks its 20th remembrance day for victims of terrorism [Video]

The EU marks its 20th remembrance day for victims of terrorism

Monday, marked the 20th European Remembrance Day for Victims of Terrorism, hosted in Madrid, Spain. Commemorating the 20th anniversary of the most significant terrorist attack experienced in the..

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EU Marks 20th Anniversary of Deadly Madrid Train Bombings [Video]

EU Marks 20th Anniversary of Deadly Madrid Train Bombings

EU Marks 20th , Anniversary of Deadly , Madrid Train Bombings. On March 11, Spain's King Felipe VI spoke at a ceremony marking the 20th anniversary of one of the deadliest extremist attacks in..

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Remebering Europe's worst jihadist attack 20 years on [Video]

Remebering Europe's worst jihadist attack 20 years on

The 11-M attacks in Madrid in 2004 were the first major blow of Islamic terrorism on European soil.

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Madrid to convert underused offices into flats [Video]

Madrid to convert underused offices into flats

Madrid will convert underused office buildings into flats to meet the city's extensive housing needs.

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Farmers Protest in Brussels and Madrid: Urging Action from Press Ministers| Oneindia News [Video]

Farmers Protest in Brussels and Madrid: Urging Action from Press Ministers| Oneindia News

Farmers across Europe take to the streets in Brussels and Madrid, demanding action from agricultural ministers. Riot police clash with protesters as tensions rise, highlighting the urgent need for..

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Thousands of farmers descend on Madrid for major tractor protest over EU policies [Video]

Thousands of farmers descend on Madrid for major tractor protest over EU policies

Wednesday's demonstration is the biggest to take place in the Spanish capital after more than two weeks of action.

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Marc Chagall in Madrid: Exhibition explores the artist's Jewish heritage and world war experiences [Video]

Marc Chagall in Madrid: Exhibition explores the artist's Jewish heritage and world war experiences

Through more than 160 paintings, letters, and documents, a new exhibition at the Mapfre Foundation in Madrid explores the life and legacy of Belarusian and French artist Marc Chagall.

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Jude Bellingham scores on his Bernabeu debut to maintain an incredible start to his Real Madrid career.
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Spain's victorious Women's World Cup side parade trophy through Madrid

Spain began their reign as Women's World Cup champions by arriving home to a hero's welcome on the streets of Madrid.
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Great Britain's Jonny Brownlee takes silver behind winner David Castro Fajardo at the 2023 Europe Triathlon Championships in Spain, Madrid.
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Cashmore defends Para-triathlon Championship title

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Britain's Claire Cashmore successfully defended her European Para-triathlon Championship title by claiming victory in Madrid.
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