Pereña de la Ribera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pereña de la Ribera
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Location in Salamanca
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 Pereña de la Ribera
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Comarca de Vitigudino | |
| Subcomarca | La Ribera de Salamanca | |
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| • Total | 49 km2 (19 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 682 m (2,238 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 341 | |
| • Density | 6.96/km2 (18.02/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37175
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Pereña de la Ribera is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Spain. It is part of the autonomous community of Castile and León, which is like a large region within Spain. This charming place is found in the western part of the Province of Salamanca.
As of 2018, Pereña de la Ribera had a population of 341 people. The town covers an area of about 49 square kilometers (which is about 19 square miles). It sits at an elevation of 682 meters (around 2,238 feet) above sea level. The people living here use the postal code 37175.
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Where is Pereña de la Ribera?
Pereña de la Ribera is located in the Province of Salamanca, which is one of the nine provinces in the autonomous community of Castile and León. This area is in the northwest of Spain.
Local Area: La Ribera de Salamanca
The town is part of a smaller region called La Ribera de Salamanca. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes, especially near the Duero River. The word "Ribera" means "riverbank" in Spanish, which gives you a clue about the geography of this place.
Nearby Regions and Borders
Pereña de la Ribera is also part of the Comarca de Vitigudino. A "comarca" is like a traditional district or county in Spain. This area is close to the border with Portugal, making it a place with interesting cultural connections.
Who Leads the Town?
Every town has a leader to help manage things. In Pereña de la Ribera, the main leader is called the Mayor.
The Mayor of Pereña de la Ribera
The current Mayor of Pereña de la Ribera is Luis Rodríguez Herrero. He belongs to a political party called PSOE. The Mayor and the town council work together to make decisions for the community, like managing local services and planning for the future.
See also
In Spanish: Pereña de la Ribera para niños
