Castilleja de la Cuesta facts for kids
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 Castilleja de la Cuesta
Location in Spain
Castilleja de la Cuesta
Location in Andalusia
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Andalusia | ||
| Province | Seville | ||
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| • Total | 2.17 km2 (0.84 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 96 m (315 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 17,167 | ||
| • Density | 7,911/km2 (20,490/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Website | www.castillejadelacuesta.es | ||
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Castilleja de la Cuesta is a town in Spain. It is a municipality located in the province of Seville. This area is part of the Andalusia region. The town is known for its history and local traditions.
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What is Castilleja de la Cuesta Like?
Castilleja de la Cuesta is a small town. It covers an area of about 2.17 square kilometers. The town is located at an elevation of 96 meters above sea level. In 2023, about 17,167 people lived there.
Local Government
The town has its own local government. The leader is called the Mayor. As of now, the mayor is María Carmen Herrera Coronil. She is part of the PSOE political party.
A Special Local Treat
Castilleja de la Cuesta is famous for a special food. It is called the "torta de aceite". This is a thin, crispy baked good. It is made with olive oil and has a hint of anise flavor. These tasty treats are eaten all over Spain. They are also sent to many other countries.
Famous People from Castilleja de la Cuesta
Many interesting people have connections to Castilleja de la Cuesta. Here are a few of them:
- Hernán Cortés — He was a famous Spanish explorer. He died in Castilleja de la Cuesta on December 2, 1547. His body is buried in Mexico City.
- Eduardo Cansino Sr. — He was born here. He was the father of the well-known actress Rita Hayworth.
- Miguel Ángel Llera — He was born in this town. He became a professional footballer and later a football manager. He played for teams like Scunthorpe United.
- Pepe Luis Vázquez Garcés — He was a famous bullfighter. He later became a bull breeder. He passed away in Castilleja de la Cuesta on May 19, 2013.
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