Aranjuez

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Aranjuez is a town in the southern part of Autonomous Community of Madrid in central Spain and is the southernmost, and 48 km south of the city of Madrid. It is located at the confluence of the Tagus and Jarama rivers. The municipality of Aranjuez has a population of 48,139 (February 2005), 23,545 are males and 24,594 are females. It is also located 48 km from Toledo.

Related Topics:
Madrid - Spain - Madrid - Tagus - Jarama - February - 2005 - Toledo

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Aranjuez is known for the Palacio Real de Aranjuez, a royal residence, and its vast gardens. The strawberries of Aranjuez are also famous throughout Spain; they are shipped by the carload to Madrid every day during their season.

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Palacio Real de Aranjuez - Strawberries

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