Peleas de Abajo facts for kids
Peleas de Abajo is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Zamora, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2004, about 268 people lived there.
Quick facts for kids
Peleas de Abajo
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 Peleas de Abajo
Location in Castile and León
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Zamora |
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| Municipality | Peleas de Abajo | ||
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| • Total | 12.01 km2 (4.64 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 700 m (2,300 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 274 | ||
| • Density | 22.81/km2 (59.09/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Contents
Exploring Peleas de Abajo
Peleas de Abajo is a small, quiet municipality. It is located in the beautiful region of Castile and León. The town is known for its historical church. This church has a long and interesting past.
The Town's History
In 2012, the town faced some financial challenges. It had a large amount of debt. This situation led to some local properties being sold. However, the community continues to thrive.
Historic Church of Our Lady
The most important building in Peleas de Abajo is the parish church. It is called Our Lady of the Assumption. This church once belonged to the Knights Hospitaller. They were a famous group of knights.
Church Architecture
The church was originally built in the Romanesque style. This style was popular a long time ago. However, it was finished between the 16th and 17th centuries. It is made of strong stone blocks called ashlar stone.
Inside, the church has two main sections. These sections are separated by pointed arches. These arches are decorated with paintings of plants.
Inside the Church
One special feature inside is the baptismal font. This is where people are baptized. The church also has a large altarpiece. An altarpiece is a decorated screen behind the altar. It has a special space for a crucifix from the 16th century.
In the main chapel, there is another altarpiece. This one is dedicated to the Virgen del Carmen. It is in the neoclassical style. The church's original tower was taken down. A new stone tower was built in its place.
See also
In Spanish: Peleas de Abajo para niños
