Cuevas del Becerro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cuevas del Becerro
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 Cuevas del Becerro
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Andalusia |
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| Province | Málaga | |
| Comarca | Serrania de Ronda, Guadalteba | |
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| • Type | (PSOE) | |
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| • Total | 16 km2 (6 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 724 m (2,375 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,595 | |
| • Density | 99.7/km2 (258/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Cueveños | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
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Cuevas del Becerro is a small town and a municipality (like a local government area) in southern Spain. It's part of the Andalusia region and is located in the Málaga province. The town is about 20 kilometers (12 miles) from Ronda and 105 kilometers (65 miles) from the city of Málaga. In 2008, about 1,847 people lived there.
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What's in a Name? The Story of Cuevas del Becerro
Have you ever wondered how a town gets its name? For Cuevas del Becerro, there are a couple of interesting ideas!
One popular story says that the town is named after a 'golden calf' (a young cow) found in one of its caves. These caves are on the north side of the village, near a river.
Another idea is that the caves were once used to keep male cows (sires). Farmers might have brought their cows there to breed. Both ideas are just guesses, but they make the town's name quite unique!
Exploring Cuevas del Becerro: Fun Places to Visit
Cuevas del Becerro has some cool spots to check out if you ever visit. Here are a few:
- Church of San Antonio Abad: This is a local church named after Saint Anthony the Abbot. It's a peaceful place to see some of the town's history.
- Cave of Moro: This cave is a fascinating natural spot. It's part of the caves that might have given the town its name.
- Fountain of Nacimiento: This fountain is a source of water and a nice place to relax.
- Roman Stoves: Imagine ancient Romans cooking here! These old stoves show that people lived in this area a very long time ago.
- Passage of Rio Carrizal: This is a scenic area along the Carrizal River, perfect for a walk and enjoying nature.
Images for kids
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The official shield of Cuevas del Becerro.
See also
In Spanish: Cuevas del Becerro para niños
