Marchamalo facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Marchamalo
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 Marchamalo
Location in Spain
Marchamalo
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Marchamalo
Location in Province of Guadalajara
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castilla-La Mancha |
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| Province |  Guadalajara |
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| Area | |||
| • Total | 31.20 km2 (12.05 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 674 m (2,211 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 7,229 | ||
| • Density | 231.70/km2 (600.10/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Marchamalo is a town located in the province of Guadalajara, Spain. It's a part of the beautiful Castilla-La Mancha region. In 2018, about 7,229 people lived there.
The Sweet History of Marchamalo
Long ago, Marchamalo was a small village. It was home to a group of people known as the Jewish community. They were very good at making things. Many small factories were set up in the village.
One of the most famous products from these factories was a special treat. It was called the "Marchmalo Sweet." People from all over the province of Guadalajara knew about it. Everyone loved its taste!
Over time, some families from Marchamalo moved to a new place. They went to a city called Agadir in Morocco. But they didn't leave their sweet business behind. They continued making their famous sweets there.
In Morocco, the sweets got a new name: "Marah Malao." The business was just as successful in its new home. It shows how a small village's tradition can travel far and wide!
See Also
Want to learn more? Check out the article in Spanish: Marchamalo para niños
