Churra, Spain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Churra City
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Churra (in red) within Murcia
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 Churra City
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Murcia |
| Province | Murcia |
| Comarca | Huerta de Murcia |
| Judicial district | Murcia |
| Founded | IX century |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.6 km2 (2.2 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 57 m (187 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,875 |
| • Density | 871/km2 (2,255/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Churrero/a |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
30110
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| Dialing code | 968 / 868 |
Churra is a small town, also called a hamlet, located in the region of Murcia, Spain. It is part of the larger Murcia municipality. For many years, Churra was mainly a farming community. However, it has grown and now also has industries and many shops. You can even find two large shopping centers, Thader and Nueva Condomina, there.
In 2004, about 4,912 people lived in Churra. The town covers an area of 5.6 square kilometers. It is located about 3.5 kilometers from the center of Murcia city. You can easily travel between Churra and Murcia by tram. Churra sits at an altitude of 57 meters above sea level.
About Churra
Churra is a lively town that has changed a lot over time. It started as a farming area. Now, it has many different kinds of businesses. This includes factories and shops. The town is a good example of how places can grow and adapt.
Where is Churra?
Churra is located in southeastern Spain, within the Region of Murcia. It is very close to the main city of Murcia. This closeness means that Churra has always been connected to the bigger city. Its location makes it easy for people to travel for work or shopping.
A Look at Churra's History
Churra was founded a very long time ago, around the 9th century. This was during a period when Islamic rulers controlled parts of Spain. Since then, Churra's story has always been closely tied to the city of Murcia. By the 18th century, it was officially recognized as a hamlet of Murcia.
You can still see signs of Churra's long history today. For example, there are old water channels called the New and Old Ditches. These were important for farming. Another historical building is the Torre Alcayna House. It reminds us of the past.
How Churra Works Today
Churra has a local government body called a municipal board. This board helps manage the town's daily life. It works together with the larger Murcia municipality. This setup helps make sure the town's needs are met.
The town's economy has grown beyond farming. Many people now work in industry, which means making things in factories. The service sector is also very important. This includes jobs in shops, restaurants, and other services. The two large shopping centers show how much the service sector has grown.
