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Madrid Flag: Meaning and History

Embroidered flag patch — Madrid

History of the flag

The flag of the Community of Madrid was adopted in 1983.

Created after the democratic transition, it symbolizes both Castilian history and Madrid's special status as the country's national capital and political center.

What do the elements of the flag mean?

  • The seven white stars represent the seven historic districts of the former province, and the stars of the Big Dipper constellation, visible in the Madrid sky.

  • The carmine-red background refers to the ancient kingdoms of Castile and the region's traditional flags.

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