Monesterio facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Monesterio
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Monesterio
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Location in Badajoz
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 Monesterio
Location in Extremadura
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Extremadura |
| Province | Badajoz |
| Comarca | Tentudía |
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| • Total | 322 km2 (124 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 765 m (2,510 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,254 |
| • Density | 13.211/km2 (34.22/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Website | Ayuntamiento de Monesterio |
Monesterio is a town in Spain. It is located in the province of Badajoz, which is part of the Extremadura region. It is known as a "municipality," which is like a local government area.
This town covers an area of about 322 square kilometers. As of 2018, Monesterio had a population of around 4,254 people.
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Where is Monesterio?
Monesterio is found in the southwest part of Spain. It's in the province of Badajoz, which is one of the two provinces in the Extremadura region. This region is in the western part of Spain, bordering Portugal.
Its Location in Extremadura
The town is part of a larger area called Tentudía. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional Spanish towns. Monesterio sits at an elevation of 765 meters (about 2,510 feet) above sea level.
Who Leads Monesterio?
The leader of Monesterio is called the Alcalde. This is similar to a mayor in other countries. The current Alcalde is Antonio Garrote Ledesma. The Alcalde helps make decisions for the town and its people.
Images for kids
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Map showing Monesterio's location in Badajoz
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A view of Monesterio
See also
In Spanish: Monesterio para niños
