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Other alternatives included the incorporation of Madrid to the community of Castile and León ( the historical region of Old Castile ) or its controversial constitution as something similar to a " Federal District " or territory, emulating Mexico City, or Washington, D. C.

Finally, it was decided to opt for the creation of a single-province autonomous community ; however, for want of a historical regional identity, Madrid was granted autonomy " in the nation's interest " through the prerogatives of the 144th article.