Palazuelos de Eresma facts for kids
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Palazuelos de Eresma
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Town Hall of Palazuelos de Eresma
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 Palazuelos de Eresma
Location in Castile and León
Palazuelos de Eresma
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
| Province |  Segovia |
| Municipality | Palazuelos de Eresma |
| Area | |
| • Total | 36.70 km2 (14.17 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,079 m (3,540 ft) |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 5,308 |
| • Density | 144.63/km2 (374.60/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Climate | Csb |
Palazuelos de Eresma is a town and municipality (a type of local government area) in Spain. It is located in the province of Segovia, which is part of the Castile and León region. The town gets its name from the nearby River Eresma.
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People in Palazuelos de Eresma
This section talks about the number of people living in Palazuelos de Eresma. According to a census (a count of all the people living in a place) taken in 2021, the town had 5,973 inhabitants. This information comes from the INE, which is Spain's national statistics office.
Culture and History
Palazuelos de Eresma has a rich history and many interesting places to visit.
Historical Places to Explore
Here are some of the important historical and cultural sites in the area:
- Parish Church of Nuestra Señora de la Asunción: This church has a mix of old styles. It was originally built in the Romanesque style (a very old European style) and later rebuilt in the late Gothic style. It was restored in 2021. Inside, you can see a beautiful Baroque main altarpiece (a decorated screen behind the altar) and a silver processional cross. There's also a special Monstrance of the Sun, which is a container used in churches, made in Segovia in the 18th century.
- Parish Church of Our Lady of the Rosary: Another important church in the municipality.
- DYC Whiskey Factory: This factory, founded in 1959 by Nicomedes García, is famous for making whisky.
- Boilers of the Cambrones river: Natural features along the Cambrones river.
- Alto Eresma Green Path: A lovely path for walking or cycling, following the Eresma river.
- Ancient Roman and Visigothic Remains: You can find remains of an old Roman villa (a large Roman country house) and a Visigothic necropolis (an ancient cemetery).
- The Barbers Bunker: This bunker dates back to the Spanish Civil War. It is located in a spot called Balcón de Pilatos, right next to the Eresma River.
- Hermitage of San Antonio de Padua: A small chapel dedicated to Saint Anthony of Padua.
- Old Paper Factory Remains: You can see what's left of the old paper factory that was part of the Marqués del Arco mill.
- Quitapesares Royal Estate: The remains of a royal palace and estate called Quinta de Quitapesares.
- Old Buckle Factory Remains: What's left of the old buckle factory, which was once the Gamones mill.
- Sheep Shearing Ranches: Remains of old ranches where sheep were shorn (their wool cut off).
- Shoe Rack: A historical spot located near the road to Trescasas.
- Caceras del Cambrones and Navalcaz: These are old water channels (caceras) that helped bring water to the area.
- Bridge of the Merinas: A bridge over the Eresma River.
Local Celebrations and Holidays
The people of Palazuelos de Eresma enjoy several traditional holidays throughout the year.
Celebrations Across the Municipality
- Battering: This refers to traditional stick and ribbon dances that are part of local festivities.
- Cacera Mayor Day: Celebrated on the last Saturday of May, this day honors the important water channels that supply the area.
Holidays in Palazuelos de Eresma Town
- Saint Anthony of Padua: Celebrated on June 13th.
- Assumption of Mary: Celebrated on August 15th.
See also
In Spanish: Palazuelos de Eresma para niños
