Alaminos, Guadalajara facts for kids
Alaminos is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Guadalajara in Castile-La Mancha, Spain. Think of a municipality as a local area with its own government, like a small district or county.
This quiet Spanish town covers an area of about 19.50 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 1,950 football fields! In 2018, only 62 people lived there, making it a very small and peaceful community.
Quick facts for kids
Alaminos
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 Alaminos
Location in Province of Guadalajara
Alaminos
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Alaminos
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile-La Mancha |
| Province | Guadalajara |
| Comarca | La Alcarria |
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| • Total | 19.50 km2 (7.53 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 62 |
| • Density | 3.179/km2 (8.23/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
19490
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Where is Alaminos Located?
Alaminos is found in the central part of Spain. It's part of the Castile-La Mancha region, which is known for its wide plains and historical towns. The province of Guadalajara is one of the five provinces in this region.
Understanding Provinces and Regions
Spain is divided into different areas to help manage the country. First, there are 17 "autonomous communities," which are like big states. Castile-La Mancha is one of these. Inside these communities, there are "provinces," which are smaller areas. Guadalajara is a province within Castile-La Mancha.
The Role of a Municipality
A municipality like Alaminos is the smallest local government unit. It has its own Alcalde (mayor) and local council. They are in charge of things like local services and keeping the community running smoothly. The current mayor of Alaminos is Manrique Foguet Pariente.
See also
In Spanish: Alaminos para niños
