Eljas facts for kids
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Eljas, Spain
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Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Extremadura | ||
| Province | Cáceres | ||
| Municipality | Eljas | ||
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| • Total | 33 km2 (13 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 640 m (2,100 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 915 | ||
| • Density | 27.7/km2 (71.8/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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Eljas (Fala: Ellas or As Ellas) is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Cáceres, which is part of the Extremadura region in Spain. In 2018, about 915 people lived there. Eljas is known for its unique local language called Fala language, which is different from both Spanish and Portuguese.
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Discover Eljas: A Unique Spanish Town
Eljas is a fascinating place in western Spain. It's a municipality, which is like a local government area. This town is special because of its history and the language spoken by its people.
Where is Eljas Located?
Eljas is found in the province of Cáceres. This province is in the Extremadura region of Spain. Extremadura is in the western part of Spain, bordering Portugal. Eljas is close to the border, which might be why its language is so unique!
What is the Fala Language?
One of the most interesting things about Eljas is its local language, called Fala language. This language is not exactly Spanish and not exactly Portuguese. Instead, it's a mix, but it's closer to Portuguese. People in Eljas are proud of their language, which helps make their town special.
How is Eljas Governed?
Like other towns in Spain, Eljas has a local government. The main leader of the town is called the Alcalde, which is like a mayor. The current Alcalde of Eljas is Antonio Bellanco Fernández. He works with a political group called Independientes por Extremadura (IPEX), which means "Independents for Extremadura." Their job is to help run the town and make decisions for the people who live there.
See also
Want to learn more about Eljas in Spanish? Check out this page: Eljas para niños
