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Abadía
Flag of Abadía
Flag
Escudo de Abadía.svg
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Cáceres
Area
 • Total 45.08 km2 (17.41 sq mi)
Elevation
453 m (1,486 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 335
 • Density 7.431/km2 (19.247/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Website www.abadia.es
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Abadía Local Council

Abadía is a small town in Spain. It is located in the Autonomous Community of Estremadura. This area is like a large region or state within Spain. Abadía is also part of the Cáceres province, which is a smaller area within Extremadura.

The town sits high up, about 442 meters (or 1,450 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite a bit higher than the ocean! In 2018, about 335 people lived in Abadía. The town covers an area of about 45 square kilometers. This means there are not many people living in each square kilometer.

What's in a Name?

The Story Behind Abadía

The name Abadía has an interesting history. It comes from an old, abandoned Abbey that is located very close to the town. An abbey is a building where monks or nuns used to live and worship. Over time, the town became known by the name of this nearby abbey.

Where is Abadía?

Location in Spain

Abadía is found in the western part of Spain. It is part of the Extremadura region. This region is known for its beautiful natural areas and historical sites. Being in the province of Cáceres means it's in a specific part of Extremadura.

How High is It?

The town's altitude of 442 meters means it's built on higher ground. This can sometimes mean cooler temperatures or different types of plants and animals compared to areas closer to the coast.

Life in Abadía

Local Government

Like all towns, Abadía has a local council. This council helps manage the town. They make decisions about things like local services and community projects. The image of the Abadía Local Council shows the building where these important meetings happen.

Population and Area

With a population of 335 people in 2018, Abadía is a small community. This means everyone likely knows each other. The town's area of 45 square kilometers gives its residents plenty of space.

See also

Kids robot.svg In Spanish: Abadía (Cáceres) para niños

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