Pesquera, Cantabria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pesquera
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 Pesquera
Location in Cantabria
Pesquera
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Cantabria |
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| Province | Cantabria | ||
| Comarca | Campoo | ||
| Judicial district | Reinosa | ||
| Capital | Pesquera | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 8.93 km2 (3.45 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 621 m (2,037 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 68 | ||
| • Density | 7.61/km2 (19.72/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Pesquera is a small and charming municipality located in the beautiful region of Cantabria, Spain. It's a place where you can find peace and quiet, surrounded by nature. Even though it's tiny, with only a few dozen people living there, it plays an important part in the local area.
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What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a small local government area. It's a bit like a town or a city, but it can also include nearby villages and the land around them. Pesquera is one of these special areas in Spain. It has its own local government that helps manage things for the people who live there.
Where is Pesquera?
Pesquera is found in the northern part of Spain, within the autonomous community of Cantabria. This region is known for its green landscapes, mountains, and a coastline along the Bay of Biscay. Pesquera itself is located inland, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Cantabrian countryside. It sits at an elevation of 621 meters (about 2,037 feet) above sea level.
Living in Pesquera
Pesquera is a very small place. According to information from 2018, only 68 people live in the entire municipality. This makes it one of the smallest municipalities in Cantabria! The people of Pesquera live in different small areas called localities.
Localities of Pesquera
The municipality of Pesquera includes a few small villages or areas. Here's where its inhabitants live:
- Pesquera (the main village and capital of the municipality), with 43 people.
- Ventorrillo, with 26 people.
- Somaconcha, which is currently uninhabited.
Who Leads Pesquera?
Like any municipality, Pesquera has a leader. This person is called the Alcalde, which is like a mayor. Since 2019, the Alcalde of Pesquera has been Rubén Ruiz Fernández. He works to make decisions and manage the local services for the people living in Pesquera.
See also
In Spanish: Pesquera (Cantabria) para niños
