Cunquilla de Vidriales facts for kids

Cunquilla de Vidriales is a small town in Spain. It is part of the Granucillo area in the province of Zamora. This province is located in the region of Castilla y León.

What's in a Name?

The name Cunquilla might come from a Latin word, concha. This word means "basin." Think of a basin as a bowl-shaped area. So, Cunquilla could mean a place that is surrounded by hills or higher ground. It's like a small valley.

People who studied the name think it refers to the town being in the lowest and narrowest part of the Vidriales Valley. The "illa" part of the name is also from Latin. It means "small." So, Cunquilla means "small basin." This name fits the landscape of the area perfectly.

Where is Cunquilla?

Cunquilla de Vidriales is in the northern part of the Zamora province. It sits in the narrowest and lowest part of the Vidriales valley. The town is close to a stream called Almucera. Sometimes, when there's a lot of rain, this stream can flood nearby homes and fields.

The area around Cunquilla is known for its beautiful natural scenery. It's part of the Benavente and Los Valles region.

A Look Back in Time

Early History

During the Middle Ages, the land where Cunquilla is located was part of the Kingdom of León. The kings of León likely helped to establish or found the village.

Modern Times

Later, in what is called the Modern Age, Cunquilla became part of a larger area. This area was known as the "Lands of the Count of Benavente." Within this, it belonged to a smaller district called Merindad de Vidriales.

Becoming Part of Zamora

A big change happened in 1833. Spain reorganized its provinces, creating the ones we know today. Cunquilla then became part of the Zamora province. This province is within the historical region of León. In 1834, Cunquilla was also included in the judicial district of Benavente. This means it became part of the area served by the courts in Benavente.