Arcenillas facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Arcenillas
Arcenillas City Hall
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Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Castile and León
Province	Zamora
Municipality	Arcenillas
Area
• Total	12 km2 (5 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	405
• Density	33.8/km2 (87/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Arcenillas is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Spain. It is found in the province of Zamora, which is part of the larger region called Castile and León.

As of 2018, about 405 people lived in Arcenillas. This number comes from a census, which is like a big count of all the people living in an area.

Art and History in Arcenillas

Arcenillas is famous for something very special: its art! The village is home to a collection of 11 old paintings. These artworks are from the 15th century, which means they are over 500 years old.

The Hispano-Flemish Style

These paintings are made in a style called "Hispano-Flemish." This means they combine ideas from Spanish art with the detailed techniques of Flemish art. Flemish art comes from a region that is now part of Belgium and the Netherlands.

Fernando Gallego's Masterpieces

The artist who painted these amazing panels was Fernando Gallego. He was a very important Spanish painter from the 15th century. His works are known for their bright colors and careful details. These paintings make Arcenillas a notable place for art lovers and historians.

Where is Arcenillas?

Arcenillas is in the western part of Spain. It is part of the Castile and León autonomous community. An autonomous community is like a large state or region within Spain that has its own government.

The Province of Zamora

The town is specifically located in the province of Zamora. A province is a smaller administrative area within an autonomous community. Zamora province is known for its rich history and beautiful landscapes.

See also

In Spanish: Arcenillas para niños