Ambite facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Ambite
Oak outside the palacio in Ambite
Flag Coat of arms
Country	Spain
Province	Madrid
Area
• Total	26 km2 (10 sq mi)
Elevation	770 m (2,530 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	601
• Density	23.1/km2 (59.9/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	ambiteño/ambiteña

Ambite is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the central part of Spain. It is part of the Madrid region. Ambite is home to about 648 people, according to numbers from 2022.

The town covers an area of about 26 square kilometers (10 square miles). It sits high up, about 770 meters (2,526 feet) above sea level. Ambite is known for its beautiful old buildings and peaceful surroundings.

Exploring Ambite's History and Landmarks

Ambite has some interesting historical places to visit. These sites tell stories about the town's past.

The Palace of the Marquis of Legarda

One of the most famous buildings in Ambite is the Palacio del Marqués de Legarda. This grand palace was built a long time ago, in the 17th century.

It was constructed by a person named Alonso de Terante y Cárdenas. He was an important Spanish ambassador who worked in Naples during the time of King Felipe III of Spain.

Other Interesting Places to See

When you visit Ambite, there are several other notable spots:

• Church of Our Lady of the Assumption: A beautiful old church.
• Monument of the Eyes: A unique and interesting monument.
• Historical oak tree: A very old and important tree.

Getting Around Ambite

Ambite is connected to other towns by a bus system. This makes it easy for people to travel to and from the town.

Bus Lines Serving Ambite

There are three main bus lines that go through Ambite:

• 260: This bus travels between Alcalá de Henares, Ambite, and Orusco.
• 322: This line connects Arganda del Rey with Ambite.
• 326: This bus goes from Madrid (Conde de Casal) to Mondejar and Driebes, passing through Ambite.

See also

In Spanish: Ambite para niños