Muriel de Zapardiel facts for kids
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Muriel de Zapardiel
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Church of Nuestra Señora del Castillo
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 Muriel de Zapardiel
Location in Castile and León
Muriel de Zapardiel
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Community |  Castile and León |
| Province | Valladolid |
| Elevation | 776 m (2,546 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 139 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
47219
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Muriel de Zapardiel is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Valladolid in Castile and León, Spain. It's a place with a rich history, especially seen in its old buildings.
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What is Muriel de Zapardiel?
Muriel de Zapardiel is a community where people live and work together. It is part of the larger Valladolid province. This province is found within the Castile and León region of Spain.
How is Muriel de Zapardiel Governed?
Like many towns, Muriel de Zapardiel has a leader. This leader is called an Alcaldesa, which is like a mayor. As of 2018, the Alcaldesa was Gabriela Pérez García. She belongs to the PSOE. This party helps make decisions for the town.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2018, the total number of people living in Muriel de Zapardiel was 139. This makes it a very small and close-knit community.
Historical Buildings and Art
One of the most important historical sites in Muriel de Zapardiel is the Church of Our Lady of the Castle. This church has a special building style called Mudejar.
The Church of Our Lady of the Castle
The Church of Our Lady of the Castle was built a very long time ago. It was constructed between the 11th and 12th centuries (the 1000s and 1100s). The Mudejar style means it shows a mix of Christian and Muslim art and building techniques. This style was common in Spain after the Christian reconquest.
The Mysterious Watchtower
Near the church, there is a tall tower that stands separately. This is quite unusual for a church and its tower. Historians believe that in the Middle Ages, the church and tower might have belonged to the Knights Templar. The Templars were a famous group of knights. The tower likely served as a watchtower. A watchtower is a tall structure used to look out for danger or to guard an area. This suggests the tower had a civilian purpose for the Templars, helping them keep watch over their lands.
See also
In Spanish: Muriel de Zapardiel para niños
