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Escañuela

village

Coat of arms

Escañuela

Location in Province of Jaén (Spain)

Escañuela

Location in Andalusia

Escañuela

Location in Spain

Spain

Comarca

Campiña

Area

• Total

13 km² (5 sq mi)

Elevation

316 m (1,037 ft)

Population

(2018)

• Total

949

• Density

73.0/km² (189/sq mi)

Demonym(s)

Escañoleros

Time zone

UTC+1 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+2 (CEST)

Escañuela is a small village, also called a pueblo, in the province of Jaén, Spain. In 2006, about 950 people lived there. By 2018, the population was 949.

For a long time, the main way people made a living in Escañuela was by growing olives. These olives are mostly used to make olive oil. Today, many young people from Escañuela work in the bigger city of Jaén, which is nearby.

The village church is dedicated to a special saint called San Pedro ad vincula, which means 'Saint Peter in Chains'. The big yearly festival, or fiesta, in the first week of August is named after him. This fiesta is a time for lots of fun and celebration. Many young people who have moved away come back to Escañuela to see their families and friends.

Fun Facts About Escañuela
- What is a Pueblo?
- The Importance of Olives
Local Government
Time Zone Information
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Fun Facts About Escañuela

Escañuela is a charming village with a rich history. It is known for its beautiful olive groves. The village covers an area of 13 square kilometers. It sits at an elevation of 316 meters above sea level.

What is a Pueblo?

A pueblo is a Spanish word for a small town or village. It often refers to a place with a close-knit community. Escañuela is a great example of a traditional Spanish pueblo.

The Importance of Olives

Olives are very important to Escañuela. The land around the village is perfect for growing olive trees. The olives are harvested and then pressed to make olive oil. This oil is a key part of the local economy. It has been a tradition for many years.

Local Government

The leader of Escañuela is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is Francisco Javier Sabalete Pancorbo. He helps manage the village and its services. The Mayor works to make sure the village runs smoothly for everyone.

Time Zone Information

Escañuela uses Central European Time (CET). This means it is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST). This makes it two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2).