La Almunia de Doña Godina facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
La Almunia de Doña Godina
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Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción.
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 La Almunia de Doña Godina
Location in Aragon
La Almunia de Doña Godina
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Aragon | ||
| Province | Zaragoza | ||
| Comarca | Valdejalón | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 56.65 km2 (21.87 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 336 m (1,102 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 7,819 | ||
| • Density | 138.023/km2 (357.48/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Almunienses | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
La Almunia de Doña Godina is a town in Spain. It is located in the province of Zaragoza, which is part of the Aragon region. This town is a "municipality," which means it's a local government area.
The town is easy to reach. It sits right next to the E90 (N II) Highway. This makes it simple for people to visit or travel through.
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Exploring La Almunia de Doña Godina
La Almunia de Doña Godina has several interesting places to see. These sites tell stories about the town's long history.
Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción
One of the most important buildings is the Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción. This church was rebuilt starting in 1754. Even though it was rebuilt, it kept a very old part.
The Mudéjar Tower
The church still has its original Mudéjar square-plan tower. This tower was built in the 14th century, making it very old! It stands tall at 40 meters (about 130 feet). Mudéjar is a special style of art and architecture. It mixes Christian and Islamic designs.
Other Historical Sights
- The complex of San Juan de Jerusalén is another important historical site.
- You can also visit the hermitage of Nuestra Señora de Cabañas. A hermitage is a small church or chapel.
- The convent of St. Lawrence is also in the town. Convents are buildings where religious communities live.
Town Government
Like all towns, La Almunia de Doña Godina has a local government. The main leader of the town is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the community.
Who is the Mayor?
The current Mayor of La Almunia de Doña Godina is Victoriano Herraiz Franco. The Mayor works to improve the town for everyone who lives there.
Quick Facts About the Town
- The total area of La Almunia de Doña Godina is about 56.65 square kilometers.
- The town is located at an elevation of 336 meters (about 1,102 feet) above sea level.
- In 2018, the town had a population of 7,819 people.
- People from La Almunia de Doña Godina are called "Almunienses."
