Lectura geográfico-cartográfica del terreno del Buen Retiro de Madrid

The landscape of Buen Retiro in Madrid, part of the UNESCO World Heritage Site Paseo del Prado and Buen Retiro, has undergone significant topographic changes over time. A key finding is that the park's terrain has been progressively flattened to reduce water stagnation, with lower areas filled in and slopes smoothed, likely for practical and economic reasons. This transformation, observed through 19th- and 20th-century plans, also reflects the impact of historical events like the Napoleonic war, which disrupted its original topography. The study highlights how these modifications have shaped the park's current geomorphology, emphasizing the interplay between landscape design, water management, and historical alterations.

Marta, N. B. Lectura geográfico-cartográfica del terreno del Buen Retiro de Madrid. XIX Congreso Internacional de Expresión Gráfica Arquitectónica, Junio 2022. https://doi.org/10.31428/10317/11254