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Escurial
Escurial main square
Escurial main square
Flag of Escurial
Flag
Escudo de Escurial (Cáceres).svg
Coat of arms
Country Spain
Autonomous community Cáceres
Area
 • Total 100.71 km2 (38.88 sq mi)
Elevation
293 m (961 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 849
 • Density 8.430/km2 (21.834/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Website www.escurial.es

Escurial is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Cáceres. This province is part of Extremadura, which is one of Spain's autonomous communities. Escurial is found in the western part of Spain.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local government area. It has its own leaders and rules. These leaders help manage the town. They make sure things like roads and public services work well. Escurial is one of many municipalities in Spain.

Where is Escurial Located?

Escurial is in the Extremadura region of Spain. This area is known for its beautiful natural spaces. It has a mix of plains and mountains. The town is in the province of Cáceres. This province is in the northern part of Extremadura.

Geography and Climate

Escurial is located at an elevation of 293 meters (about 961 feet). This means it's not very high up. The climate in this part of Spain is usually Mediterranean. This means it has hot, dry summers. Winters are generally mild with some rain.

People of Escurial

In 2018, about 849 people lived in Escurial. This makes it a small community. People in small towns often know each other well. They might share traditions and local events.

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