Lagunilla facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Lagunilla
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Location in Salamanca
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 Lagunilla
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Sierra de Béjar | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 43 km2 (17 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 910 m (2,990 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 486 | |
| • Density | 11.30/km2 (29.3/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37724
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Lagunilla is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the Province of Salamanca in Spain. It is about 95 kilometers (around 59 miles) away from Salamanca, which is the main city of the province.
This town is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. It sits at an elevation of 910 meters (about 2,985 feet) above sea level. Its postal code is 37724.
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Where is Lagunilla?
Lagunilla is surrounded by several other towns. These include Aldeacipreste, Colmenar de Montemayor, Valdelageve, Sotoserrano, and Zarza de Granadilla. This means it shares its borders with these places.
How Many People Live Here?
The number of people living in Lagunilla has changed over time.
- In 2005, there were 560 people living in Lagunilla. Out of these, 300 were male and 260 were female. These numbers came from the INE, which is Spain's national statistics office.
- By 2016, the population was 496 residents.
- In 2018, the population was recorded as 486 people.
The town covers an area of about 43 square kilometers (around 16.6 square miles).
Local Government
Lagunilla is led by a mayor. The current mayor is José María Garrido Domínguez. He belongs to the People's Party. The mayor and the local government work to manage the town and its services for the people who live there.
Festivals and Celebrations
Lagunilla has two very important festivals each year. These are special times when the community comes together to celebrate.
Virgen of the Ascension Festival
The biggest festival in Lagunilla happens on August 15th. This celebration honors the "Virgen of the Ascension." It is a major event for the town, filled with traditions and activities.
The Holy Christ of the Afflicted
Another very important festival takes place on September 14th and 15th. This celebration is called "The Holy Christ of the Afflicted." It is the second most important festival after the August 15th event.
