Higueruela facts for kids
Higueruela is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Spain. It is about 43 kilometers (27 miles) east of a bigger city named Albacete, in the region of Castile-La Mancha. About 1,350 people live in Higueruela. The town covers an area of around 205.4 square kilometers (79.3 square miles). This means there are about 6.5 people living in each square kilometer.
Wind Power in Higueruela
Higueruela is famous for its large wind farm, called the Higueruela Park. This park has 244 giant Wind turbines. These turbines use the wind to create electricity. When it was built in 1999, the Higueruela Park was actually the biggest wind farm in the whole world for a while! It can produce 161 megawatts of power, which is enough electricity for many homes. Wind farms are a great way to get clean energy.
Local Celebrations
The people of Higueruela love to celebrate! Every year, from May 21 to May 24, they have a special festival for their Patron Saint Quiteria. A patron saint is like a special protector for the town. The main church in Higueruela is also named after Santa Quiteria. Another important day is in August, when they celebrate Saint Barbara's day. These festivals are a fun way for the community to come together.
See also
In Spanish: Higueruela para niños
