Las Barranquillas

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by Mathieu Asselin

Uploaded 1 Feb 2008 — 8 favorites

© Mathieu Asselin

Las Barranquillas in Madrid is the biggest drug hypermarket in Europe. Whatever the hour, people trail by on foot or come in unofficial taxis for the price of a dose. Up to 5,000 Spaniards visit the slum every day to buy heroin and cocaine.

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In the Las Barranquillas Madrid photo essay.

2 responses

  • Abby White

    Abby White said (1 Feb 2008):

    Junk Sick Romance

  • Linda Waters

    Linda Waters gave props (1 Feb 2008):

    A very "true" picture of life. Good job.

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