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Bodonal de la Sierra
municipality
Coat of arms of Bodonal de la Sierra
Coat of arms
Bodonal de la Sierra is located in Extremadura
Bodonal de la Sierra
Bodonal de la Sierra
Location in Extremadura
Country Spain
Autonomous community Extremadura
Province Badajoz
Comarca Tentudía
Judicial district Fregenal de la Sierra
Area
 • Total 68 km2 (26 sq mi)
Elevation
611 m (2,005 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,052
 • Density 15.47/km2 (40.07/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Bonalejos or Bodonaleros
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Bodonal de la Sierra estela
An ancient Iberian stone carving found in Bodonal de la Sierra

Bodonal de la Sierra is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Badajoz. This province is part of the Extremadura region in Spain. It's a place with a rich history and a quiet way of life.

Where is Bodonal de la Sierra?

Bodonal de la Sierra is found in the southwestern part of Spain. It's located in the Extremadura region, which is known for its beautiful natural areas. The town is part of the Badajoz province, one of the largest provinces in Spain.

How big is the town?

The area of Bodonal de la Sierra is about 68 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of a medium-sized city. The town sits at an elevation of 611 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can offer nice views of the surrounding countryside.

Who lives in Bodonal de la Sierra?

As of 2018, about 1,052 people lived in Bodonal de la Sierra. The people who live here are called Bonalejos or Bodonaleros. These names are special terms for the residents of this particular town.

Who is in charge?

Like many towns, Bodonal de la Sierra has a mayor who helps run things. The mayor's name is Francisco Javier Arroyo Patrón. The mayor is like the leader of the town. They work to make sure the town's services run smoothly. They also help make decisions for the community.

A Glimpse into History

Bodonal de la Sierra has ancient roots. An interesting discovery made here is an Iberian stele. A stele is a stone slab or pillar. It usually has carvings or writing on it. This particular stele shows that people lived in this area a very long time ago. The Iberians were an ancient group of people. They lived in the Iberian Peninsula, which is where Spain is today. Finding such an artifact helps us learn about the past. It tells us about the early inhabitants of Bodonal de la Sierra.

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