Casalarreina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Casalarreina
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Bridge over the Oja river
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 Casalarreina
Location in La Rioja, Spain
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| Comarca |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  La Rioja |
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| Comarca | Haro | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 8.13 km2 (3.14 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 500 m (1,600 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 1,145 | |
| • Density | 140.84/km2 (364.8/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | casalarreitero, ra | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
26230
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Casalarreina is a charming town in La Rioja, Spain. It's about 47 kilometers (29 miles) from Logroño, the capital city. This historic town is located in the northwest part of La Rioja.
The first records mentioning Casalarreina date back to around 1170. A noblewoman named Aldonza Ruiz de Castro was connected to these early documents. The town is also near the Basque-Aragonese freeway, making it easy to reach. In 2011, about 1,355 people lived here.
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Casalarreina's Population Over Time
Understanding a town's population changes over time is called demographics. It helps us see how many people have lived in Casalarreina throughout history.
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1900 | 1,713 | — |
| 1910 | 1,415 | −17.4% |
| 1920 | 1,408 | −0.5% |
| 1930 | 1,468 | +4.3% |
| 1940 | 1,426 | −2.9% |
| 1950 | 1,329 | −6.8% |
| 1960 | 1,196 | −10.0% |
| 1970 | 1,032 | −13.7% |
| 1980 | 903 | −12.5% |
| 1990 | 969 | +7.3% |
| 2000 | 901 | −7.0% |
| 2011 | 1,306 | +45.0% |
| 2014 | 1,187 | −9.1% |
Interesting Places to Visit
Casalarreina is full of amazing old buildings and historical sites. These places tell stories about the town's past.
Monastery of Santa Maria de la Piedad
This beautiful monastery is a very important building in Casalarreina. It's known for its stunning architecture. Monasteries are places where monks or nuns live and worship.
Church of Saint Martin
The Church of Saint Martin is another key landmark. Its tower stands tall and can be seen from many parts of the town. Churches like this often have a long history.
Pobes Family Palace
The Pobes Family Palace is a grand old house that once belonged to an important family. Palaces like this show how wealthy and powerful some families were in the past.
Palace of the Constable of Castile
This palace was home to the Constable of Castile. A Constable was a very high-ranking military officer in old Spain. This building shows the power and history of that role.
Bridge over the Oja River
The bridge over the Oja river is an important part of the town. Rivers and bridges have always been vital for travel and trade. This bridge connects different parts of the area.
See also
In Spanish: Casalarreina para niños
