Cantalapiedra facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cantalapiedra
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Location in Salamanca
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 Cantalapiedra
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Tierra de Cantalapiedra | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 25 km2 (10 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 797 m (2,615 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 986 | |
| • Density | 39.4/km2 (102.1/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37630
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Cantalapiedra is a small village and municipality located in western Spain. It is part of the Salamanca province and the Castile and León region.
This charming village is about 50 kilometers (about 31 miles) away from the city of Salamanca. It sits in an area known as the Field of Peñaranda. In 2018, about 986 people lived in Cantalapiedra. The village covers an area of 25 square kilometers (about 9.6 square miles).
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Discover Cantalapiedra
Cantalapiedra is located in the Salamanca province. This province borders other Spanish provinces like Zamora, Valladolid, and Ávila. The village itself is about 50 kilometers (31 miles) across from its center.
A Look at History
Cantalapiedra is a typical town in Salamanca. It is surrounded by wide, flat areas of land. These plains are very fertile and are often used to grow wheat. The village is located between two historic areas: the Old Kingdom of León and the Old Kingdom of Castile.
The first important building in Cantalapiedra was the church of Santa Maria of the Castle. This church shows how old the town is. The plains around the town seem to "frame" it, making it look very pretty.
Historic Landmarks
Cantalapiedra's long history can be seen in its old buildings and streets. For example, there's a street called "Weavers." This street was once inside a wall and led to the old slaughterhouse and then to the hospital street. Another old part of the town is the tower of the Dean.
Today, you can walk through the main streets and see how the town has grown. It has changed a lot in the 20th and 21st centuries. The village also has a railway line, which helps people travel to and from the area.
Fun Fact: Antipodes
Did you know that Cantalapiedra has an antipode? An antipode is the exact opposite point on Earth. The antipode of Cantalapiedra is Whitby, New Zealand. Imagine digging a straight hole through the Earth from Cantalapiedra – you would come out in Whitby!
Village Details
Cantalapiedra is located 797 meters (about 2,615 feet) above sea level. The post code for the village is 37630.
Notable People
- Ángela María de la Concepción (1649-1690): She was a Trinitarian nun, a writer, and a mystic. She also founded a monastery for nuns.
See also
In Spanish: Cantalapiedra para niños
