Montijo, Spain facts for kids
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Montijo
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City
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San Pedro church, Montijo
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Location in Badajoz
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 Montijo
Location in Extremadura
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous Community |  Extremadura |
| Province | Badajoz |
| Comarca | Tierra de Mérida |
| Founded | Prerromanic |
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| • Total | 119.7 km2 (46.2 sq mi) |
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201 m (659 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 15,614 |
| • Density | 130.44/km2 (337.85/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST (GMT +2)) |
| Postal code |
06480
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| Area code(s) | +34 (Spain) + 924 (Badajoz) |
Montijo is a town and a municipality in Spain. A municipality is like a local government area. It is located in the province of Badajoz, which is a larger region. This province is part of Extremadura, one of Spain's 17 main areas.
Montijo is found between two important cities: Badajoz and Mérida. It is also close to the Guadiana river. In 2010, about 16,236 people lived there. The municipality of Montijo includes three main areas: Lácara, Barbaño, and Montijo itself, which is the main town.
A Glimpse into Montijo's Past
Montijo has a long history. It was founded even before the Roman times. One important event in its past was the Battle of Montijo. This battle took place near the town in the year 1644. It was a significant fight during a time of conflict in Spain.
Who Leads Montijo?
The town of Montijo is led by a Mayor. The current Mayor is Manuel Gómez Rodríguez. He belongs to a political party called PSOE. The Mayor and the local government work to make decisions for the town and its people.
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