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Camas
Municipality
Flag of Camas
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Coat of arms of Camas
Coat of arms
Camas, Seville is located in Andalusia
Camas, Seville
Camas, Seville
Location in Andalusia
Camas, Seville is located in Spain
Camas, Seville
Camas, Seville
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Province Seville
Municipality Camas
Area
 • Total 12 km2 (5 sq mi)
Elevation
13 m (43 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 27,463
 • Density 2,290/km2 (5,930/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Camero(a)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Camas is a town in Spain, located in the province of Seville. This province is part of the larger region called Andalusia. A municipality is like a local government area, and Camas is one of these.

According to a census taken in 2006, about 25,706 people lived in Camas. A census is an official count of how many people live in a place. The numbers for Camas are collected by the INE, which is Spain's national statistics office.

About Camas

Camas is a small town with a rich history. It is located very close to the big city of Seville. This makes it a convenient place to live, offering both a quiet town feel and easy access to city life. The town covers an area of about 12 square kilometers.

Location and Size

Camas is situated in the southwestern part of Spain. Its elevation is quite low, only about 13 meters above sea level. This means it's not on a high mountain or hill. The town's location in Andalusia gives it a warm climate for most of the year.

Population Facts

The number of people living in Camas has changed over time. The latest count from 2018 shows that about 27,463 people call Camas home. People from Camas are sometimes called "Camero" (for a male) or "Cameroa" (for a female).

Famous People from Camas

Many interesting people have come from Camas. Here are a few who became well-known:

  • Paco Camino: He was a famous bullfighter. Bullfighting is a traditional sport in Spain.
  • Rafael Núñez Florencio: He is known as a historian, philosopher, and critic. This means he studies history, thinks deeply about life, and shares his opinions on different topics.
  • Sergio Ramos: He is a very famous professional footballer. He has played for major teams and is known worldwide for his skills on the field.
  • Curro Romero: Like Paco Camino, he was also a very famous bullfighter. He is considered one of the greatest bullfighters in history.

See also

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