Peñaranda de Duero facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Peñaranda de Duero
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Municipality and town
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Aerial view of Peñaranda de Duero
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| Country | Spain | ||||||||||||||
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Burgos |
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| Comarca | Ribera del Duero | ||||||||||||||
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| • Total | 64 km2 (25 sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Elevation | 852 m (2,795 ft) | ||||||||||||||
| Population
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| • Total | 527 | ||||||||||||||
| • Density | 8.23/km2 (21.33/sq mi) | ||||||||||||||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||||||||||||||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||||||||||||||
| Postal code |
09410
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| Website | http://www.peñarandadeduero.es/ | ||||||||||||||
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Peñaranda de Duero is a charming village and municipio (which is like a local government area) in Spain. It is found in the province of Burgos. This area is part of the Castile and León region.
In 2018, about 527 people lived in Peñaranda de Duero. The village is very special because it is kept as a conjunto histórico. This means it's a protected historical site. Many of its old buildings are also protected as important monuments.
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Exploring Peñaranda de Duero
Peñaranda de Duero is famous for its amazing historical buildings. These sites show off the rich history of the area. They are great places to visit and learn about the past.
Peñaranda de Duero Castle
The Castle of Peñaranda de Duero is a very old building. It was built between the 10th and 15th centuries. Castles like this were important for protecting the village long ago.
Palace of the Counts of Miranda
This beautiful palace was built in the 16th century. It belonged to the Counts of Miranda. Palaces were homes for important noble families. They often had grand designs and many rooms.
Jimeno's Family Pharmacy
You can also visit Jimeno's family pharmacy. This pharmacy dates back to the 17th century. It gives us a peek into what life was like hundreds of years ago.
Collegiate Church of St. Anne
The Collegiate Church of St. Anne is another important landmark. Churches like this were central to village life. They often have beautiful architecture and art inside.
Justice Pillar
The Justice Pillar is a unique historical marker. These pillars were often used in the past to show where justice was carried out. They remind us of old legal traditions.
See also
- In Spanish: Peñaranda de Duero para niños
