Figueruelas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Figueruelas
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Aragon |
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| Province | Zaragoza | |
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| • Total | 1,240 | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Figueruelas is a small town in Spain, located in the Aragón region. It's part of the Zaragoza province. Even though it's a small place, with about 1,240 people living there, it's famous for something big: a car factory!
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What is Figueruelas?
Figueruelas is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It's a quiet town where people live and work. The town is known for its important role in making cars.
The Opel Car Factory
The most famous thing about Figueruelas is the huge Opel car factory. This factory opened its doors in 1982. It has been a very important place for making cars ever since.
Making the Opel Corsa
The factory in Figueruelas is especially known for building the Opel Corsa. This is a popular small car, often called a "supermini." Over the years, the factory has made five different versions of the Corsa. This means they keep updating the car to make it better and more modern.
How the Factory Helps the Town
The Opel factory brings many jobs to Figueruelas and the areas nearby. It helps the local economy by providing work for many people. This makes the town an important center for car manufacturing in Spain.
See also
In Spanish: Figueruelas para niños
