Aljaraque facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aljaraque
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 Aljaraque
Location in Spain
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| Municipality | Huelva | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 34 km2 (13 sq mi) | ||
| • Land | 34 km2 (13 sq mi) | ||
| • Water | 0.00 km2 (0 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 21,054 | ||
| • Density | 619/km2 (1,604/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Website | ayto-aljaraque.es | ||
Aljaraque is a city located in the province of Huelva, Spain. It's home to over 21,000 people. Long, long ago, the ancient Greeks called this place "Kalathousa."
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How Aljaraque's Population Grew
Aljaraque has been growing steadily! Lots of new families have moved here in recent years. This is partly because living in Aljaraque is often more affordable and offers a great quality of life compared to the bigger city of Huelva nearby.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1999 | 10,298 | — |
| 2000 | 10,806 | +4.9% |
| 2001 | 11,626 | +7.6% |
| 2002 | 12,303 | +5.8% |
| 2003 | 13,009 | +5.7% |
| 2004 | 14,060 | +8.1% |
| 2005 | 14,846 | +5.6% |
| Source: INE (Spain) | ||
Exploring Aljaraque's Neighborhoods
Aljaraque is made up of several cool areas, or districts. These include Corrales, Bellavista, Dehesa Golf, and La Monacilla. Most of these areas are developed with homes and buildings.
Main Sights to See in Aljaraque
If you visit Aljaraque, there are some interesting places to explore:
- Church of Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios
- Hermitage of Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios
- Church of Nuestra Señora Reina del Mundo
- Church of Nuestra Señora de Bellavista
- Hermitage of San Sebastián
- Archaeological site of Papa Uvas
Gallery
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Church of Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios
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Nuestra Señora de Los Remedios (Our Lady of Remedies) - Aljaraque's Patron
See also
In Spanish: Aljaraque para niños
