Fuentidueña de Tajo facts for kids
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Fuentidueña de Tajo
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 Fuentidueña de Tajo
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Community of Madrid | ||
| Province | Madrid | ||
| Comarca | Las Vegas | ||
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| • Total | 23.4 sq mi (60.6 km2) | ||
| Elevation | 1,844 ft (562 m) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,985 | ||
| • Density | 84.84/sq mi (32.76/km2) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
28597
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Fuentidueña de Tajo is a charming town in central Spain. It is located in the Community of Madrid, which is like a big region or state. This town is part of a smaller area called Las Vegas.
Fuentidueña de Tajo is known for its history. It was even a filming location for a movie called The Spanish Earth back in 1937!
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Discovering Fuentidueña de Tajo
What is Fuentidueña de Tajo?
Fuentidueña de Tajo is a municipality. Think of a municipality as a local area with its own government. It's a bit like a city or a large town. This town is part of the Community of Madrid, which is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities." These are like big self-governing regions within the country.
Exploring Fuentidueña de Tajo's Landmarks
Fuentidueña de Tajo has some interesting old buildings and structures to see. They tell stories about the town's past.
The Clock Tower
The Torre del Reloj means "Clock Tower." This old tower is a famous landmark in the town. It's a great place to imagine what life was like long ago.
Santiago Castle Remains
You can also find the Torre de los Piquillos. This tower is a part of what's left of the ancient Castle of Santiago. Castles were very important for protection in the past.
St. Andrew the Apostle Church
The Church of St. Andrew the Apostle is another important building. It started as a small chapel in 1175. Over time, it grew bigger with more sections. The church you see today mostly looks like it did in the 17th century.
See also
In Spanish: Fuentidueña de Tajo para niños
