Cañete la Real facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cañete la Real
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 Cañete la Real
Location in Province of Málaga
Cañete la Real
Location in Andalusia
Cañete la Real
Location in Spain
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| Sovereign state |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Andalusia |
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| Province |  Málaga |
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| Comarca | Comarca de Antequera | |
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| • Total | 165 km2 (64 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 733 m (2,405 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,691 | |
| • Density | 10.25/km2 (26.54/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Cañeteros | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
29340
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Cañete la Real is a small town and a municipality in southern Spain. It's located in the province of Málaga, which is part of the autonomous community of Andalusia. This town is about 100 kilometers away from the city of Málaga. It sits right on the edge between two areas: the Serrania de Ronda mountains and the region of Antequera. The town is quite high up, about 742 meters (or 2,434 feet) above sea level.
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Exploring Cañete la Real's Location
Cañete la Real is surrounded by several other towns and villages. To the north, you'll find Almargen (in Málaga), and El Saucejo and Algámitas (in Seville). To the east is Teba. If you go southeast, you'll reach Ardales and El Burgo. To the southwest are Cuevas del Becerro and Ronda. Finally, to the west are Alcalá del Valle and Olvera, both belonging to the province of Cádiz.
Nature and Wildlife Around Cañete
The mountains around Cañete la Real are covered with oak trees and pine trees. You can also see lots of limestone rocks. The plants growing here are mostly rosemary and thyme.
Many different animals live in this area. You might spot large birds like the griffon vulture, eagle, and owl. On the ground, there are animals such as the fox and the bobcat.
Rivers Flowing Through the Municipality
Two main rivers are important to Cañete la Real. The Guadalteba (also called Ortegícar) flows through the southern part of the municipality. It helps fill a reservoir that shares its name. The Corbones River, which later joins the Guadalquivir River, starts near a small village called La Atalaya, which is part of Cañete La Real.
What Does the Name Cañete la Real Mean?
The name Cañete has an interesting history. Some people believe it comes from the Arabic name Hisn Qanit, which means “castle of Qanit.” Others think it refers to the caños, which means "springs" or "fountains." These springs still flow in some parts of the town today.
The second part of the name, La Real, means "royal." This part was added to honor King Alfonso XI.
Sister Cities
Cañete la Real has a special connection with another town:
Sant Sadurní d'Anoia, Spain
See also
In Spanish: Cañete la Real para niños
