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Berlanga, Badajoz is located in Extremadura
Berlanga, Badajoz
Berlanga, Badajoz
Location in Extremadura
Country Spain
Autonomous community Extremadura
Province Badajoz
Comarca Campiña Sur
Area
 • Total 127.8 km2 (49.3 sq mi)
Elevation
573 m (1,880 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 2,360
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Website Ayuntamiento de Berlanga

Berlanga is a small town in Spain. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area. Berlanga is located in the province of Badajoz. This province is part of a larger region called Extremadura.

In 2018, about 2,360 people lived in Berlanga. The town covers an area of 127.8 square kilometers. That's about 49 square miles.

Where is Berlanga Located?

Berlanga is found in the southwestern part of Spain. It is part of the Extremadura region. This region is known for its beautiful countryside.

Berlanga's Province: Badajoz

The town is located within the province of Badajoz. This is one of the two provinces in Extremadura. Badajoz province is quite large.

Berlanga's Comarca: Campiña Sur

Berlanga also belongs to a smaller area called a comarca. This specific comarca is named Campiña Sur. A comarca is a traditional region. It often shares similar geography or history.

Who Leads Berlanga?

Like any town, Berlanga has a leader. This person is called the Alcalde. The Alcalde is like the mayor of the town.

The Mayor of Berlanga

As of recent information, the Alcalde of Berlanga is José Vera Madrid. The Alcalde helps make decisions for the town. They work to improve life for everyone living there.

Interesting Facts About Berlanga

Berlanga is situated at an elevation of 573 meters. That's about 1,880 feet above sea level. This elevation can affect the local climate.

The town uses Central European Time (CET). During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST). This means the clocks go forward one hour.

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