Carucedo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Carucedo
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 Carucedo
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | León | |
| Comarca | El Bierzo | |
| Municipality | Carucedo | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 35.00 km2 (13.51 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 511 m (1,677 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 642 | |
| • Density | 18.34/km2 (47.5/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal Code |
24442
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| Telephone prefix | 987 | |
Carucedo is a small and interesting town in Spain. It's located in the province of León, which is part of the Castile and León region. Carucedo is also part of a larger area called El Bierzo.
In 2010, about 642 people lived in Carucedo. This number comes from a count of people called a census.
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What is Carucedo?
Carucedo is a municipality. This means it's like a small local government area. It has its own town council and a mayor. The town is known for its beautiful natural surroundings.
Where is Carucedo located?
Carucedo is found in the northwest part of Spain. It is in the province of León. This province is famous for its history and nature. The town is also part of the El Bierzo region. This area has its own unique culture and landscape.
How big is Carucedo?
The total area of Carucedo is about 35 square kilometers. That's roughly 13.5 square miles. The town sits at an elevation of 511 meters (about 1,677 feet) above sea level.
Who leads Carucedo?
The leader of Carucedo is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is Clemades Rodríguez Martínez. He is a member of the PSOE. This is one of the main political parties in Spain. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town.
Images for kids
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A view of the landscape near Carucedo.
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The official shield or coat of arms of Carucedo.
See also
In Spanish: Carucedo para niños
