Albares facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Albares, Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Castile-La Mancha | ||
| Province | Guadalajara | ||
| Municipality | Albares | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 29 km2 (11 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 540 | ||
| • Density | 18.6/km2 (48.2/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Albares is a small and charming municipality located in the heart of Spain. It's part of the province of Guadalajara, which is in the larger region called Castile-La Mancha. Imagine a quiet Spanish town where around 540 people live, based on information from 2018. It's a place where you can get a real feel for traditional Spanish life.
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Discovering Albares
Albares is a great example of a typical Spanish village. It's not a huge city, but it has its own unique character and history.
Where is Albares Located?
Albares is situated in the central part of Spain.
- It's in the province of Guadalajara. A province is like a county or a smaller administrative area within a region.
- Guadalajara province is part of the autonomous community of Castile-La Mancha. This region is famous for its wide open spaces and historical towns.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area.
- It's a town or a small city, along with the land around it.
- Albares is its own municipality, meaning it has its own local government that helps manage the town.
Life in Albares
Life in a small town like Albares is often peaceful.
- People usually know their neighbors.
- The community is often close-knit.
Population and Community
The number of people living in Albares is quite small.
- In 2018, about 540 people called Albares home.
- This makes it a quiet place, different from busy cities.
- The community likely celebrates local traditions and festivals.
Local Landmarks
Even small towns have special places.
- Albares has a church, which is often a central part of Spanish villages.
- These buildings can tell stories about the town's past.
Images for kids
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The flag of Albares, showing its local symbols.
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The coat of arms for Albares.
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The church in Albares, a common landmark in Spanish towns.
See also
In Spanish: Albares (Guadalajara) para niños
