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Obejo
Municipality
Official seal of Obejo
Seal
Obejo is located in Spain
Obejo
Obejo
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Andalusia
Province Córdoba
Comarca Valle del Guadiato
Area
 • Total 214 km2 (83 sq mi)
Elevation
707 m (2,320 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,990
 • Density 9.30/km2 (24.08/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Obejo is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Córdoba. This area is part of Andalusia, a large region in southern Spain.

In 2018, about 1,990 people lived in Obejo. The town sits high up, at an elevation of 707 meters (about 2,319 feet) above sea level. Its total area is 214 square kilometers (about 83 square miles).

About Obejo

Obejo is a quiet place known for its natural beauty. It is surrounded by hills and countryside. The town is part of the Valle del Guadiato area, which is famous for its landscapes.

Local Government

The leader of Obejo is called the Mayor. As of recent records, the Mayor is María Dolores López Cano. The Mayor helps run the town and makes decisions for its people.

Historical Connections

Obejo has a connection to an important moment in history. In 1936, a very famous photograph called The Falling Soldier was taken in the southern part of this municipality. This photo shows a soldier falling during the Spanish Civil War. It is one of the most well-known war photographs ever taken.

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