Los Llanos de Tormes facts for kids
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Los Llanos de Tormes
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 Los Llanos de Tormes
Location in Spain
Los Llanos de Tormes
Location in Castile and León
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Ávila |
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| Municipality | Los Llanos de Tormes | ||
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| • Total | 17 km2 (7 sq mi) | ||
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| • Total | 64 | ||
| • Density | 3.76/km2 (9.8/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Los Llanos de Tormes is a small municipality located in Spain. It is found in the province of Ávila, which is part of the Castile and León region. In 2018, the Instituto Nacional de Estadística reported that about 64 people lived in this municipality.
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About Los Llanos de Tormes
Los Llanos de Tormes is a quiet place in the Sierra de Gredos mountains. It is known for its beautiful natural surroundings. The name "Llanos" means "plains," and "Tormes" refers to the Tormes River that flows nearby.
Location and Geography
This municipality is situated in the southwestern part of the province of Ávila. It is in the Castile and León region, which is one of Spain's largest autonomous communities. The area is mostly rural, with mountains and valleys.
The municipality covers an area of about 17 square kilometers (about 6.5 square miles). Its location in the mountains means it has a unique landscape.
Population and Community
Los Llanos de Tormes is a very small community. With only 64 residents in 2018, it is one of the less populated areas in Spain. Small communities like this often have a strong sense of togetherness. People usually know each other well.
The population figures are collected by the National Institute of Statistics in Spain. They help us understand how many people live in different places.
Government and Administration
Like all municipalities in Spain, Los Llanos de Tormes has its own local government. This government is responsible for managing local services. These services include things like keeping the streets clean and maintaining public spaces.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It is a town or a group of villages with its own local council. This council makes decisions for the people living there. It helps run the community and provides important services.
Provinces and Autonomous Communities
Spain is divided into different parts to help with its government.
- A municipality is the smallest local unit.
- Several municipalities together form a province. Los Llanos de Tormes is in the province of Ávila.
- Provinces are grouped into larger areas called autonomous communities. These communities have their own governments and laws. Ávila province is part of the Castile and León autonomous community.
See also
In Spanish: Los Llanos de Tormes para niños
