Congosto de Valdavia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Congosto de Valdavia
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
| Province |  Palencia |
| Municipality | Congosto de Valdavia |
| Area | |
| • Total | 68 km2 (26 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 165 |
| • Density | 2.426/km2 (6.28/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Congosteño (in Spanish) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Congosto de Valdavia is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Palencia. This province is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2004, about 239 people lived there. By 2018, the population was around 165.
A Look Back in Time
Congosto de Valdavia has an interesting past! One of its small villages, called Cornoncillo, might have been part of a big military event. Some people think it's linked to the Roman leader Augustus and his battles against the Cantabri people long ago.
Another village in the area, Villanueva de Abajo, started in the 10th century. This was when people moved to new places to build communities. In this village, an old cemetery from the Middle Ages has been found. It's called a necropolis and gives us clues about how people lived and were buried back then.
What to See
If you visit Congosto de Valdavia, here are some important and beautiful buildings to check out:
- Congosto de Valdavia Parish Church: This is the main church in the town.
- San Roque Shrine: A shrine is a special place for worship. This one is dedicated to San Roque.
- Small Sanctuary Nuestra Señora del Otero: A sanctuary is another holy place. This small one is dedicated to "Our Lady of Otero."
Fun Festivals
The people of Congosto de Valdavia love to celebrate! Here are their main festivals:
- Romeria Virgen del Otero Church: This is a special gathering held near the Nuestra Señora del Otero church. People often walk together to the church for this celebration.
- Nuestra Señora: This festival takes place every year on August 15th. It's a day to honor "Our Lady."
- San Roque: Right after Nuestra Señora, on August 16th, they celebrate San Roque.
See also
In Spanish: Congosto de Valdavia para niños
