Macael facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Macael, Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Community | Andalusia | ||
| Municipality | Almería | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 44 km2 (17 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 554 m (1,818 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 5,539 | ||
| • Density | 125.9/km2 (326/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Macael is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Almería province of Spain. It's part of the sunny region of Andalusia. Macael is super famous for something special: its amazing marble!
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Discover Macael
Macael is a town in southern Spain. It's known for its beautiful white marble. This marble has been used for centuries in buildings and art all over the world.
Where is Macael?
Macael is found in the province of Almería. This province is in the eastern part of Andalusia, which is one of Spain's 17 self-governing regions. The town sits at an elevation of 554 meters (about 1,818 feet) above sea level.
Who Leads Macael?
Like many towns, Macael has a Mayor who helps run things. The mayor is a leader chosen by the people to make decisions for the town. The current mayor of Macael is Juan Pastor Molina. He belongs to the PSOE.
Macael: The Marble Town
Macael is often called "The Marble Town" because of its long history with this beautiful stone. The area around Macael has huge quarries where white marble is dug out of the ground.
What is Marble?
Marble is a type of rock that forms when other rocks are changed by heat and pressure. It's known for being strong and having a smooth, shiny surface when polished. Macael marble is especially famous for its pure white color.
How is Marble Used?
Macael marble has been used in many important buildings and sculptures. It's popular for floors, walls, countertops, and even statues. The marble from Macael is known for its quality and beauty.
Macael's Population
Demographics is a fancy word for studying how many people live in a place and how that number changes over time. It also looks at things like age, gender, and jobs.
The population of Macael has changed a bit over the years:
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| Year | Pop. | ±% |
| 1999 | 5,861 | — |
| 2000 | 5,767 | −1.6% |
| 2001 | 5,786 | +0.3% |
| 2002 | 5,857 | +1.2% |
| 2003 | 5,893 | +0.6% |
| 2004 | 6,002 | +1.8% |
| 2005 | 6,091 | +1.5% |
| Source: INE (Spain) | ||
As of 2018, about 5,539 people live in Macael. The town covers an area of 44 square kilometers (about 17 square miles).
Friends Around the World
Some towns like to become "twinned" with other towns in different places. This is like having a special friendship between two towns. It helps people from different cultures learn from each other and share ideas.
Macael is twinned with two towns:
Esplugues de Llobregat, Spain
Jarrie, France
See also
- In Spanish: Macael para niños
