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Castillejo de Martín Viejo
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Coat of arms of Castillejo de Martín Viejo
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Location in Salamanca
Location in Salamanca
Castillejo de Martín Viejo is located in Spain
Castillejo de Martín Viejo
Castillejo de Martín Viejo
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Community Castile and León
Province Salamanca
Comarca Comarca de Ciudad Rodrigo
Subcomarca Campo de Argañán
Area
 • Total 156 km2 (60 sq mi)
Elevation
672 m (2,205 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 216
 • Density 1.385/km2 (3.586/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Castillejenses
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
37592

Castillejo de Martín Viejo is a small town in western Spain. It is a municipality located in the province of Salamanca. This area is part of the larger region known as Castile and León.

Castillejo de Martín Viejo: A Spanish Town

Castillejo de Martín Viejo is a charming municipality in Spain. It is known for its quiet, rural setting. The town is a great example of traditional Spanish life.

Where is Castillejo de Martín Viejo?

This town is found in the western part of Spain. It is about 102 kilometers (63 miles) away from the big city of Salamanca. Castillejo de Martín Viejo sits in the province of Salamanca. This province is part of the autonomous community of Castile and León.

Location Details

The town is also part of a smaller area called the Comarca de Ciudad Rodrigo. Even more specifically, it's in a sub-region known as Campo de Argañán. These names help people understand exactly where the town is located.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a town or city and the land around it. Castillejo de Martín Viejo is one of many municipalities in Spain. Each municipality has its own local government.

Who Leads the Town?

The leader of Castillejo de Martín Viejo is called the Mayor. As of now, the Mayor is Cándido Palacios Palacios. He belongs to a political group called the People's Party. The Mayor helps make decisions for the town.

Facts and Figures

Castillejo de Martín Viejo is a small community. In 2018, its population was 216 people. This means it's a very peaceful place to live.

Size and Height

The total area of the municipality is about 156 square kilometers (60 square miles). This is quite a large area for a small population. The town itself is located at an elevation of 672 meters (2,205 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!

What are "Castillejenses"?

People who live in Castillejo de Martín Viejo are called "Castillejenses." This is a special name for the residents of the town.

Time Zone and Postal Code

The town uses Central European Time (CET), which is UTC+1. During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. The postal code for Castillejo de Martín Viejo is 37592. This code helps mail get to the right place.

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