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Mansilla de la Sierra
Ruins of the old town
Ruins of the old town
Mansilla de la Sierra is located in La Rioja, Spain
Mansilla de la Sierra
Mansilla de la Sierra
Location in La Rioja, Spain
Mansilla de la Sierra is located in Spain
Mansilla de la Sierra
Mansilla de la Sierra
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  La Rioja
Comarca Anguiano
Area
 • Total 84.76 km2 (32.73 sq mi)
Elevation
947 m (3,107 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 55
Postal code
26329

Mansilla de la Sierra is a small and quiet village located in the La Rioja region of Spain. It's a municipality, which means it's a local area with its own government. The village is nestled in the beautiful Spanish countryside.

As of 2018, only about 55 people live in Mansilla de la Sierra. This makes it one of the smallest villages in the area! The municipality covers a total area of about 84.76 square kilometers.

A Village with a Story

Mansilla de la Sierra is special because it inspired a famous Spanish writer named Ana María Matute. She used the village as the setting for some of her stories in a book called Historias de la Artámila. Imagine a place so unique it becomes part of a book!

Exploring Mansilla de la Sierra

This village is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural beauty. It's a great place to visit if you enjoy quiet walks and learning about history.

The Old Village Ruins

One of the most interesting things about Mansilla de la Sierra is its old town. The original village was actually moved a long time ago. Today, you can still see the ruins of the old town. These ruins are a reminder of the village's past.

Ruinas del antiguo Mansilla
The ruins of the old village are a historical reminder.

Who Leads the Village?

Like any town or city, Mansilla de la Sierra has a leader. The person in charge is called the Mayor. As of now, the Mayor is José Manuel Ballesteros Pablo. He belongs to a political party called the PSOE. The Mayor helps make decisions for the village and its people.

Nearby Places

Besides the main village of Mansilla de la Sierra, there is another small area that is part of the municipality. This place is called Tabladas.

See also

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