Arboleas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Arboleas, Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Community | Andalusia | ||
| Municipality | Almería | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 65 km2 (25.1 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 278 m (917 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 4,586 | ||
| • Density | 43.4/km2 (112.3/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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Arboleas is a lovely town located in the Almería province of Andalusia, Spain. It's known as a municipality, which is like a local government area. The town sits in the beautiful Almanzora valley, right by the Almanzora River. Even though the river is usually dry now, it once helped the land grow many crops. Arboleas is also close to the Sierra de los Filabres mountains.
Life in Arboleas
The people who live in Arboleas are called Arboleanos. The town has a strong focus on farming. Farmers here grow many different things. You can find citrus fruits like oranges and lemons, along with olive trees and almond trees. They also grow cereals such as wheat and barley.
| Historical population | ||
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1999 | 1,540 | — |
| 2000 | 1,540 | +0.0% |
| 2001 | 1,615 | +4.9% |
| 2002 | 1,782 | +10.3% |
| 2003 | 2,000 | +12.2% |
| 2004 | 2,310 | +15.5% |
| 2005 | 2,819 | +22.0% |
| 2017 | 4,463 | +58.3% |
| Source: INE (Spain) | ||
The town is about 120 kilometers (about 75 miles) away from the capital city of the province. The postal code for Arboleas is 04660.
A Look at History
The history of Arboleas goes back a very long time. People lived here even in prehistoric times. Later, the Romans, Moors, and Christians all played a part in shaping the area. The town we see today has its roots in the medieval period, which was many centuries ago.
Places to Visit
Arboleas has some interesting spots to explore:
- Church of Santiago: This church was built in the late 19th century. It's a beautiful example of the architecture from that time.
- Torre de Arboleas: This tower might have been a watchtower back in the 15th century. Today, it serves as a clock tower for the town.
- The bridge over the river: This bridge crosses the Almanzora River. It's an important part of the town's landscape.
Fun Festivals
Arboleas celebrates several festivals throughout the year. These are great times for the community to come together and have fun:
- Santa Ana: Celebrated on July 26th.
- San Roque: Celebrated on August 15th.
- Virgen del Pilar: Celebrated on October 12th.
- Patron Saint festivities: These special celebrations happen on the last Sunday in October.
See also
In Spanish: Arboleas para niños
