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Castrejón de la Peña
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Coat of arms of Castrejón de la Peña
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Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Castile and León
Province  Palencia
Municipality Castrejón de la Peña
Area
 • Total 106.40 km2 (41.08 sq mi)
Elevation
1,120 m (3,670 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 360
 • Density 3.38/km2 (8.76/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Castrejón de la Peña is a small and interesting place in Spain. It's a type of local area called a municipality and is found in the province of Palencia. This province is part of a larger region in Spain known as Castile and León.

Imagine a town nestled in the beautiful Spanish countryside. That's Castrejón de la Peña! In 2018, about 360 people lived there. This number comes from a special count called a census, which helps us know how many people live in different places.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. Think of it as a town or a small city, along with the land around it, that has its own local leaders. These leaders make decisions about things like local services and rules for the people living there.

  • Each municipality has its own name and borders.
  • They are important for organizing how a country works.
  • Castrejón de la Peña is one of many municipalities in Spain.

Where is Castrejón de la Peña?

Castrejón de la Peña is located in the northern part of Spain. It's in the province of Palencia, which is known for its wide-open spaces and natural beauty.

  • The region of Castile and León is one of Spain's largest.
  • It has many historical towns and natural parks.
  • Castrejón de la Peña sits at an elevation of about 1,120 meters (around 3,675 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up!

Life in Castrejón de la Peña

Even though it's a small place, Castrejón de la Peña is a part of the rich culture and history of Spain. Small towns like this often have a strong sense of community.

  • People living here experience the local traditions of Castile and León.
  • The area around the town is likely very scenic, with hills or mountains, given its elevation.
  • The local government works to serve the needs of its residents.

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