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Castrillo de Riopisuerga
Municipality and town
Church of Saint Bartholomew (Castrillo de Riopisuerga) 010.jpg
Coat of arms of Castrillo de Riopisuerga
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León Castile and León
Province Flag of Burgos Burgos
Comarca Odra-Pisuerga
Area
 • Total 17 km2 (7 sq mi)
Elevation
816 m (2,677 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 62
 • Density 3.65/km2 (9.4/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
09108
Website http://www.castrilloderiopisuerga.es/

Castrillo de Riopisuerga is a small town and a municipality located in the province of Burgos, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. It's a quiet place with a rich history.

What is Castrillo de Riopisuerga?

This town is a municipality, which means it's a local area with its own government. It's like a small district or a local community.

Where is Castrillo de Riopisuerga located?

Castrillo de Riopisuerga is found in the northern part of Spain. It's in the province of Burgos, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and historical sites. The region it belongs to is called Castile and León.

How many people live there?

According to a count done in 2018, Castrillo de Riopisuerga has a population of 62 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community.

What can you see in Castrillo de Riopisuerga?

Even though it's a small town, Castrillo de Riopisuerga has some interesting places to visit.

The Canal de Castilla

One of the most important sights is Lock 10 of the Canal de Castilla. This canal is an old waterway built a long time ago. It was used to transport goods across the region using boats. Locks are like water elevators that help boats move up or down different water levels.

The Church of St. Bartholomew

Another important place is the Church of St. Bartholomew. This is an old church that shows the history and architecture of the area. Churches like this often have beautiful designs and tell stories from the past.

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