Fuencaliente, Ciudad Real facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fuencaliente
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Panoramic view of Fuencaliente town
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 Fuencaliente, Ciudad Real
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile-La Mancha |
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| Province | Ciudad Real | |
| Comarca | Fuencaliente-Sierra Madrona | |
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| • Total | 269.85 km2 (104.19 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 700 m (2,300 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,031 | |
| • Density | 3.8206/km2 (9.895/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Cucón/Cucona | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
13130
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Fuencaliente is a small town in Ciudad Real Province, Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. As of 2012, about 1,111 people lived there. The nearby village of Ventillas is also part of Fuencaliente's area.
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Exploring Fuencaliente's History and Nature
Fuencaliente is a place with a long and interesting past. It also has amazing natural features. Let's discover what makes this area special.
Ancient Art: The Cave Paintings
You can find ancient cave paintings in the caves around Fuencaliente. These include the famous Peña Escrita and La Batanera caves. These paintings show that people lived here a very long time ago. We know this from remains found from the Chalcolithic age. This was a time when people started using both stone and copper tools.
The Name and Hot Springs
The name Fuencaliente comes from Spanish words meaning "hot springs." This is because the town has natural hot water springs. These springs have been important for a long time. The town was first mentioned in old writings from 1158. This was around the time the Order of Calatrava was founded.
Spain's Tallest Peak: Bañuela
Near Fuencaliente, you'll find Bañuela. This mountain is 1,332 meters (about 4,370 feet) high. It is the tallest point in the entire Sierra Morena mountain range. Bañuela is located in the Sierra Madrona range, which is close to Fuencaliente. It offers amazing views of the surrounding area.
See also
In Spanish: Fuencaliente (Ciudad Real) para niños
