Cesuras facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Concello de Cesuras
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Cesuras
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Location of Cesuras within Galicia
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| • Total | 79.56 km2 (30.72 sq mi) | |
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| • Total | 2,463 | |
| • Density | 30.96/km2 (80.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Cesuras was a small area in northwestern Spain. It was known as a municipality, which is like a local government area, similar to a town or a county. Cesuras was located in the province of A Coruña, which is part of Galicia. Galicia is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities, meaning it has its own government and laws, like a state.
Cesuras was also part of a region called comarca of Betanzos. On June 6, 2013, something big happened: the government of Galicia, called the Xunta de Galicia, decided to combine Cesuras with another nearby municipality, Oza dos Ríos. This created a new, larger municipality called Oza-Cesuras. This merger helped the two areas work together more closely.
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Where is Cesuras Located?
Cesuras was found in the northwest corner of Spain. It was in the province of A Coruña. This province is on the Atlantic coast. The area is known for its green landscapes and beautiful coastline.
Galicia: Spain's Green Corner
Galicia is a special part of Spain. It is famous for its Celtic roots and unique culture. The region has many forests, rivers, and a long coastline. The weather is often rainy, which keeps everything very green.
The Province of A Coruña
A Coruña is one of the four provinces in Galicia. It is home to the city of A Coruña, which is an important port. The province has a mix of busy cities and quiet rural areas. Cesuras was one of these quieter, more rural places.
Life in Cesuras
Before the merger, Cesuras was a small community. In 2004, about 2,463 people lived there. The area was mostly rural, meaning it had a lot of farmland and natural spaces. People in Cesuras likely lived in small villages or scattered homes.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is a local government area. It's like a town or a small district. Each municipality has its own local government. This government helps manage things like roads, schools, and local services for the people living there.
The Role of the Mayor
The leader of a municipality is called the Alcalde, or Mayor. The Mayor is chosen by the people who live in the municipality. Their job is to make decisions that help the community. They work to improve the lives of the residents.
The Merger of Cesuras and Oza dos Ríos
The decision to combine Cesuras and Oza dos Ríos was made by the Xunta de Galicia. This is the regional government of Galicia. Mergers like this can happen for many reasons. Sometimes, it's to make local government more efficient. It can also help small areas share resources better.
Why Municipalities Merge
When two municipalities merge, they become one larger area. This can help them save money by sharing services. It can also make it easier to plan for the future. For example, they might work together on bigger projects. These projects could include new roads or better public services.
The New Municipality: Oza-Cesuras
After the merger, Cesuras became part of Oza-Cesuras. This new municipality now covers a larger area. It also has a bigger population. The merger brought together the communities of both Cesuras and Oza dos Ríos. They now share a common future.
See also
- In Spanish: Cesuras para niños
