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Marugán
Entrance of the Hermitage de Bernuy.
Entrance of the Hermitage de Bernuy.
Flag of Marugán
Flag
Coat of arms of Marugán
Coat of arms
Marugán is located in Castile and León
Marugán
Marugán
Location in Castile and León
Marugán is located in Spain
Marugán
Marugán
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Castile and León
Province  Segovia
Municipality Marugán
Area
 • Total 28 km2 (11 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 617
 • Density 22.0/km2 (57.1/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Marugán is a small town, also called a municipality, in Spain. It is located in the province of Segovia. This province is part of a larger area called Castile and León.

In 2018, about 617 people lived in Marugán. This number comes from the official count by the INE.

Discover Marugán

Marugán is a quiet place with a rich history. It is known for its peaceful countryside. The town offers a glimpse into traditional Spanish life.

Location and Size

Marugán is in the central part of Spain. It covers an area of 28 square kilometers. This makes it a small but charming municipality. It is located southwest of the city of Segovia.

What to See

Marugán has some interesting historical spots. You can find old buildings and unique structures. These show how people lived long ago.

  • The Hermitage de Bernuy is a notable building. Its entrance is quite old and beautiful.
  • There are also ruins of Bernuy. These include an old underground entrance. It was part of a farm called la granja de Bernuy de Párraces.
  • An ancient potro de herrar can be seen. This was a special frame used to shoe horses and other animals. It shows how important farming was in the past.
  • You might also spot an old door with a brick lintel. This is a simple but historic architectural detail.

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