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Peñascosa
A church in Peñascosa.
A church in Peñascosa.
Coat of arms of Peñascosa
Coat of arms
Peñascosa is located in Spain
Peñascosa
Peñascosa
Location in Spain
Peñascosa is located in Castilla-La Mancha
Peñascosa
Peñascosa
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Country  Spain
Community  Castilla-La Mancha
Province Bandera provincia Albacete.svg Albacete
Area
 • Total 189.26 km2 (73.07 sq mi)
Population
 (2023)
 • Total 329
 • Density 1.7383/km2 (4.502/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
02313

Peñascosa is a small and interesting municipality located in the Albacete province of Castile-La Mancha, Spain. It is a place with a rich history and a close-knit community. As of 2023, about 329 people live there.

Exploring Peñascosa

Peñascosa is a charming area in Spain. It is known for its quiet atmosphere. The municipality covers an area of about 189 square kilometers. This makes it a place with plenty of open spaces to explore.

Where is Peñascosa?

Peñascosa is located in the southeastern part of Spain. It is part of the Castilla-La Mancha region. This region is famous for its beautiful landscapes. It also has a rich cultural heritage. The town is nestled in the Province of Albacete. This province is known for its agriculture and natural beauty.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a town or a small city. It has its own local government. This government helps manage the daily life of the people living there. It takes care of things like roads, parks, and local services. Peñascosa is one such municipality in Spain.

Who Leads Peñascosa?

Every municipality has a leader. This person is called the Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the community. They work to improve the lives of the residents. In Peñascosa, the Mayor is Pedro Rodríguez Córcoles. He represents the IU-Ganemos political party. This party works to support the local community.

Time and Post in Peñascosa

Peñascosa uses the CET zone. This means it is one hour ahead of UTC. During summer, they switch to CEST. This makes them two hours ahead of UTC. The postal code for Peñascosa is 02313. This code helps mail and packages reach the town correctly.

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