Caleruega facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Caleruega
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Municipality and town
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View of Caleruega, 2010
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Location of Caleruega
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Burgos |
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| Comarca | Ribera del Duero | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 47.63 km2 (18.39 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 960 m (3,150 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 433 | ||
| • Density | 9.091/km2 (23.545/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
09451
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| Website | http://www.caleruega.es/ | ||
Caleruega is a small and historic town in Spain. It is also a municipality, which is like a local government area. Caleruega is located in the Castile and León region, which is one of Spain's autonomous communities. It is part of the Province of Burgos. The town is known for its beautiful scenery and its important history.
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Discover Caleruega
Caleruega is a charming town in the heart of Spain. It is situated a few miles south of the Monastery of Santo Domingo de Silos. The town is quite small, with a population of around 433 people as of 2018. It sits at an elevation of about 960 meters (around 3,150 feet) above sea level.
Location and Features
Caleruega is part of the Ribera del Duero area. This region is famous for its beautiful landscapes and, in some parts, its vineyards. The town itself has a rich history, with old buildings and traditions that show its past. The local government is led by a Mayor, who helps manage the town.
Famous People from Caleruega
Caleruega is most famous for being the birthplace of a very important historical figure.
Saint Dominic, Founder of the Dominicans
The most well-known person from Caleruega is Saint Dominic (1170–1221). He was born here in 1170. Saint Dominic became a Catholic priest. He later founded a major religious group called the Dominican Order. This order is made up of priests, brothers, and sisters who dedicate their lives to studying, teaching, and preaching. Saint Dominic's work had a big impact on the Christian world and is still important today.
See also
In Spanish: Caleruega para niños
