Cardeñadijo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cardeñadijo
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Municipality and town
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Trough in Cardeñalijo
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Burgos |
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| Comarca | Alfoz de Burgos | |
| Founded | 9th century | |
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| • Total | 9 km2 (3 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 920 m (3,020 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,313 | |
| • Density | 146/km2 (378/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
09194
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| Website | [1] | |
Cardeñadijo is a small town in Spain. It is also a municipality, which means it has its own local government. This town is found in the province of Burgos. The province of Burgos is part of the larger region called Castile and León. In 2018, about 1,313 people lived in Cardeñadijo.
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Where is Cardeñadijo?
Cardeñadijo is located in the northern part of Spain. It is part of the Alfoz de Burgos area. This area is known for its history and natural beauty.
Location in Spain
The town is in the Castile and León region. This is one of Spain's largest regions. It is well-known for its castles and old cities.
Nearby areas
Cardeñadijo is close to the city of Burgos. Burgos is the capital of its province. It is an important historical city in Spain.
How many people live here?
The number of people living in Cardeñadijo has changed over time. In 2004, there were 668 residents. By 2018, the population had grown to 1,313 people. This shows that more people are choosing to live in this town.
A look at history
Cardeñadijo has a long history. It was founded a very long time ago. Records show it was established in the 9th century. This means the town is over 1,100 years old!
What does "founded" mean?
When a town is "founded," it means it was officially started. People began to build homes and live there. This often happened around a church or a castle.
What's it like?
Cardeñadijo is located at a certain height above sea level. It sits at about 920 meters (3,018 feet) high. This elevation can affect the weather and the types of plants that grow there.
Size of the town
The total area of Cardeñadijo is about 9 square kilometers. This makes it a relatively small municipality. It has enough space for its residents and some natural areas.
Images for kids
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A trough in Cardeñadijo, used for animals to drink water.
