Golpejas facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Golpejas
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Location in Salamanca
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 Golpejas
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Tierra de Ledesma | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 12 km2 (5 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 787 m (2,582 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 154 | |
| • Density | 12.8/km2 (33.2/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37170
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Golpejas is a small village and municipality located in western Spain. It is part of the Salamanca province in the Castile and León region. This charming place is about 22 kilometers (around 14 miles) from the city of Salamanca, which is the capital of the province. About 155 people live in Golpejas.
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A Look Back: The History of Golpejas
The story of Golpejas began a long time ago, during the Middle Ages. It was founded when kings from the Leonese Kingdom encouraged people to move into and settle new areas. This happened in the High Middle Ages, a period from about 1000 to 1300 AD.
Early Days and Local Rule
Since the 12th century, Golpejas was part of the area controlled by Ledesma. This happened when King Fernando II de León created the "alfoz" of Ledesma. An alfoz was like a large district or territory under the control of a main town. Golpejas also belonged to the archdeaconry of Ledesma, which was a church district.
Becoming Part of Salamanca
Later, in 1833, Spain created its current system of provinces. Golpejas then became officially part of the Salamanca province. This province is located within the larger Leonese Region.
The Tin Mines of Golpejas
In the 20th century, Golpejas was known for its tin mines. These mines were quite important for the local economy for a while. However, they eventually closed down in 1988.
Fun Facts About Golpejas
Local Traditions and Festivities
The people of Golpejas love to celebrate! Their main festivities happen on August 24th each year. These celebrations are held to honor Saint Bartholomew, who is the patron saint of the town.
Where is Golpejas?
Geography and Location
Golpejas is a small municipality covering an area of about 12 square kilometers (about 4.6 square miles). It sits 787 meters (about 2,582 feet) above sea level. The postal code for Golpejas is 37170.
See also
In Spanish: Golpejas para niños
