Alcaudete facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Alcaudete
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Alcaudete Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Province	Jaén
Comarca	Sierra Sur de Jaén
Area
• Total	238 km2 (92 sq mi)
Elevation	676 m (2,218 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	10,558
• Density	44.36/km2 (114.90/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Alcaudetense
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Alcaudete is a charming city located in the province of Jaén. This area is part of Andalusia, a beautiful region in southern Spain. As of 2018, about 10,558 people call Alcaudete home. The city is well-known for its impressive old castle and a grand church.

Exploring Alcaudete

Alcaudete is a place where history comes alive. You can explore ancient buildings and learn about the people who lived here long ago.

A Glimpse into History

Alcaudete was built on the site of an even older town. This ancient settlement was a Roman city called Sosontigi. It was an important part of the Roman Empire in this region.

Famous Buildings

Alcaudete is home to two very special historic buildings. They tell stories of the city's past.

The Moorish Castle

One of the most famous sights is the Moorish castle. It was built between the 12th and 14th centuries. The Moors were people from North Africa who ruled parts of Spain for many hundreds of years. This amazing castle sits high on a hill. From there, it looks over the entire town. It's a great place to imagine knights and ancient battles.

Santa María la Mayor Church

Another important building is the Iglesia de Santa María la Mayor. This grand church dates back to the 15th century. It shows off beautiful old architecture. It has been a central part of the community for hundreds of years.

Twin Towns

Twin towns, also called sister cities, are cities that form a special partnership. They often share cultural ideas and learn from each other. Alcaudete has two twin towns in Spain:

• Manlleu, Spain
• Santa Margarida de Montbui, Spain

See also

In Spanish: Alcaudete para niños