Navalsaz facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Navalsaz
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 Navalsaz
Location in La Rioja, Spain
Navalsaz
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |
 La Rioja |
| Comarca | Enciso |
| Elevation | 1,007 m (3,304 ft) |
Navalsaz is a very small village in La Rioja, Spain. It's part of the larger area called Enciso. Not many people live here. In winter, you might only find about 3 or 4 residents. But in summer, the population grows to around 10 to 15 people.
Dinosaur Footprints
Navalsaz is famous for being part of the "Dinosaur Route." This special route starts in a nearby town called Herce. Along this route, you can explore places where real dinosaur footprints have been found! It's like stepping back in time to when dinosaurs roamed the Earth.
One interesting spot in the village is called El Calbario. Here, you'll find an area known as Los Pajares. These are beautiful old buildings. People live in them and enjoy the peaceful village life.
How People Make a Living
Long ago, the main way people earned money in Navalsaz was by raising sheep. They would use the sheep for wool and meat. Today, things have changed. Now, tourism is very important for the village. Visitors come to see the dinosaur sites and enjoy the quiet countryside. This helps create jobs for the people living there.
Village Festival
Navalsaz has its own special celebration! The village festival happens at the end of July each year. It's a fun time for everyone. You can learn more about the festival by visiting the nearby town of Enciso.
See also
In Spanish: Navalsaz para niños
