Neighborhood in Madrid, Spain
Aravaca
Aravaca is a ward (Barrio) of the city of Madrid, in Moncloa-Aravaca district.
It is 9 kilometres (5.6 mi) from the city centre, on the other side of Casa de Campo park. The population of the barrio is 29,547, divided into three areas: Aravaca (23,145), Valdemarín (4,000) and El Plantío (2,469)
How locals move
Getting around Aravaca the local way
- Get inA somewhat unusual means of transportation is the cable car, that links Argüelles with the Casa de Campo (zoo and theme park) while offering a great view of the city.
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