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Cea
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Cea is located in Spain
Cea
Cea
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Castile and León
Province León
Municipality Cea
Area
 • Total 112.34 km2 (43.37 sq mi)
Elevation
836 m (2,743 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 426
 • Density 3.792/km2 (9.821/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal Code
24174
Telephone prefix 987
Climate Cfb

Cea is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain. In 2018, about 426 people lived there. It's a quiet place with a long history.

Where is Cea Located?

Cea is found in the northwestern part of Spain. It is part of the larger region called Castile and León. The town sits in the province of León. It is about 836 meters (2,743 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up.

A Look at Cea's History

Cea has a very interesting past. Long ago, a community of Sephardic Jewish people lived here. They were first mentioned in records around the year 1110. Many of these people worked in farming. They helped the town grow. In 1492, this community moved away from Cea. They went to live in other places.

Who Leads Cea?

The town of Cea is led by a person called a Mayor. The Mayor helps make important decisions for the town. They work to improve life for everyone living in Cea. The current Mayor is Ángeles García Rodríguez. She is part of the PP.

Villages Near Cea

Cea is the main town, but it also includes some smaller villages. These villages are part of the same municipality. They are:

  • Bustillo de Cea
  • Saelices del Río
  • San Pedro de Valderaduey

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