Fuentealbilla facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Fuentealbilla
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 Fuentealbilla
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Fuentealbilla
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile-La Mancha |
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| Province |  Albacete |
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| Comarca | La Manchuela | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 109.02 km2 (42.09 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 660 m (2,170 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,816 | |
| • Density | 16.657/km2 (43.143/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
02260
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| Official language(s) | Castilian | |
| Website | www.fuentealbilla.es | |
Fuentealbilla (pronounced fwen-teh-al-BEE-yah) is a small village and a municipality in Spain. It is located in the province of Albacete, which is part of the Castile-La Mancha region. This village is found to the northeast of the larger city of Albacete. In 2009, about 2,071 people lived there.
Fuentealbilla is especially famous as the birthplace of Andrés Iniesta. He is a well-known former Spanish international footballer.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or village and the land around it. Fuentealbilla is a municipality, meaning it has its own local council. This council helps manage things like local services and public spaces for the people living there.
Local Government in Fuentealbilla
The leader of a municipality in Spain is called an Alcalde. This is similar to a mayor. The current Alcalde of Fuentealbilla is Ángel Salmerón Garrido. He belongs to the People's Party. The Alcalde and the local council work together to make decisions for the community.
Where is Fuentealbilla Located?
Fuentealbilla is in the Castile-La Mancha region of Spain. This region is in the central part of the country. The village is part of the province of Albacete. Provinces are like smaller areas within a region.
Geography and Surroundings
The village is situated about 660 meters (2,165 feet) above sea level. This means it's quite high up! The total area of the municipality is about 109.02 square kilometers. This is roughly 42 square miles. The area around Fuentealbilla is known for its beautiful landscapes.
Famous People from Fuentealbilla
The most famous person from Fuentealbilla is definitely Andrés Iniesta. He was born here on May 11, 1984. Iniesta is one of the greatest footballers of all time. He played for FC Barcelona and the Spanish national team. He scored the winning goal in the 2010 FIFA World Cup final! His roots in this small village show that great talent can come from anywhere.
See also
In Spanish: Fuentealbilla para niños
