Brazacorta facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Brazacorta
Municipality and town
Nuestra Señora de la Asunción church (13th-14th century)
Flag Coat of arms
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Castile and León
Province	Burgos
Comarca	Ribera del Duero
Area
• Total	21.08 km2 (8.14 sq mi)
Elevation	899 m (2,949 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	55
• Density	2.609/km2 (6.76/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	09490
Website	http://www.brazacorta.es/

Brazacorta is a small town and municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Burgos, which is part of the Castile and León region. In 2018, about 55 people lived there.

What is the History of Brazacorta?

Brazacorta has a long history. A long time ago, there was a monastery for nuns here. It was started by a noblewoman named Countess Ermesanda.

Brazacorta was once known as a special "solo town" in the Aranda del Duero area. A powerful count, the Coruña Count, used to choose the town's mayor. When the old system of government in Spain changed, Brazacorta became a regular town. At that time, it had about 112 people living there.

What Can You See in Brazacorta?

Brazacorta has some interesting old buildings and places to visit.

• The Hermitage of Cristo Humilladero is a small, historic chapel.
• The Assumption Church was built a very long time ago, in the 13th century.
• You can also see the old laundries, which were places where people used to wash clothes together.

What Events and Festivals Happen in Brazacorta?

People in Brazacorta celebrate several special days throughout the year. These events are often linked to religious holidays.

• January 20: This day celebrates Saint Sebastian.
• June 24: People celebrate Saint John the Baptist on this day.
• August 15: This is the most popular party in Brazacorta! It celebrates Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.

See also

In Spanish: Brazacorta para niños