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Algodonales is located in Spain
Algodonales
Algodonales
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community Andalusia
Province Cádiz
Comarca Sierra de Cádiz
Area
 • Total 134.16 km2 (51.80 sq mi)
Elevation
370 m (1,210 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 5,590
 • Density 41.67/km2 (107.92/sq mi)
Demonyms Algodonaleño, ña
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
11680
Website algodonales.es

Algodonales is a town and a municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Cádiz. In 2002, about 5,607 people lived there. The towns closest to Algodonales are Zahara de la Sierra and Olvera. Algodonales is found in the Sierra de Lijar mountains. This area is part of the beautiful Sierra de Grazalema Natural Park.

Population Changes in Algodonales

This section looks at how the number of people living in Algodonales has changed over time.

  • In the late 1800s, the population was around 5,000 to 5,300 people.
  • By the mid-1900s, around 1950, the population grew quite a bit, reaching over 8,200 people.
  • After that, the number of people started to go down.
  • In the early 2000s, the population was around 5,500 to 5,700 people.
  • This shows that the town's population has gone up and down throughout history.

What Algodonales is Known For

Algodonales has a few important parts to its economy. This means how people make a living there.

  • Farming: Many people work in agriculture. This means they grow crops and raise animals.
  • Countryside Visits: Rural tourism is popular. People visit to enjoy the quiet countryside and nature.
  • Exciting Activities: Adventure travel brings visitors who like outdoor sports. These can include things like paragliding or hiking.
  • Guitar Making: The town is also known for its guitar manufacturers. These are skilled people who build musical guitars.

Important Buildings and Sites

Algodonales has several interesting old buildings. These are often called monuments.

  • Ermita de la Concepción: This is a small church or chapel. It is also known as a hermitage.
  • Ermita de la Virgencita: This is another hermitage, similar to the Ermita de la Concepción.
  • Iglesia Parroquial de Santa Ana: This is a larger church. It is the main parish church for the town.

See also

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