El Barco de Ávila facts for kids
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El Barco de Ávila
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Castle of El Barco de Ávila, built in the 12th century.
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 El Barco de Ávila
Location in Castile and León
El Barco de Ávila
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Ávila |
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| Comarca | El Barco de Ávila - Piedrahíta | ||
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| • Total | 12.68 km2 (4.90 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 1,009 m (3,310 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 2,368 | ||
| • Density | 186.75/km2 (483.68/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Barcenses | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | CEST | ||
El Barco de Ávila is a small town in the province of Ávila, Spain. It's part of the Castile and León region. This town is nestled in the beautiful valley of the Tormes River. It's also known as the main town of the Alto Tormes area. In 2017, about 2,436 people lived there.
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What's in a Name? The Meaning of El Barco de Ávila
The name "El Barco" might come from a simple boat. People used boats to cross the river long ago. Some experts think it comes from other old words. For example, "bar" means "house" in Hebrew. It could also come from the Basque word bartzea, meaning a meeting place for villages. Another idea is that it comes from an old Celtic word for "house."
Where is El Barco de Ávila Located?
El Barco de Ávila is in the southwest part of the Ávila province. It's very close to the borders of the Salamanca and Cáceres provinces. This town is the main center for the area between the Tormes and Aravalles rivers. This region is often called Alto Tormes. The town sits high up, at about 1,004 meters (3,294 feet) above sea level.
Size and Neighbors
The town covers an area of 12.68 square kilometers (4.9 square miles). It shares its borders with several other towns. These include La Carrera, El Losar del Barco, San Lorenzo del Tormes, and Navatejares.
What's the Weather Like? Climate in El Barco de Ávila
El Barco de Ávila has a warm climate. Summers are usually dry and warm. This type of weather is known as a "warm, dry summer" climate.
Cool Places to Visit: Main Sights in El Barco de Ávila
El Barco de Ávila has many interesting historical places to explore.
- Castle: This old castle was first built in the 12th century. It was later rebuilt in the 14th century.
- Casa del Reloj: This means "House of the Clock." It's a historic building in the town.
- Romanesque Bridge: An ancient bridge built in the Romanesque style.
- Hermitage of Santísimo Cristo del Caño: A small, historic chapel.
- Hermitage of San Pedro de El Barco: Another old chapel dedicated to Saint Peter.
- 12th Century Walls: Parts of the original town walls from the 12th century can still be seen.
See also
In Spanish: El Barco de Ávila para niños
