Pozaldez facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pozaldez, Spain
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Church of San Boal of Pozaldez, Valladolid, Spain
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León |
| Province | Valladolid |
| Municipality | Pozaldez |
| Area | |
| • Total | 27 km2 (10 sq mi) |
| Population
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| • Total | 496 |
| • Density | 18.4/km2 (47.6/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Website | [1] |
Pozaldez is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Valladolid. This area is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. In 2004, a count of people, called a census, showed that 497 people lived there.
The town has a mayor named Eduardo Ibáñez Palacio. He has been the mayor since 1991, helping to lead the community. Pozaldez is also known for its delicious wines, especially a type called Verdejo. These wines come from the famous Rueda region.
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Exploring Pozaldez
Pozaldez is a charming place with interesting history and culture. It has some special buildings and a unique past.
Important Buildings
The town is home to three important historical sites. These include two churches and an old fountain from the 1700s, known as "El Caño." These buildings show the town's long history.
Pozaldez is also known for its special building style called Almudejar construction. This style mixes Christian and Muslim art and architecture. One of the churches in Pozaldez is even featured in the Mudejar Theme Park in a nearby town called Olmedo. This park helps people learn about this unique building style.
Famous People from Pozaldez
One well-known person from Pozaldez was "Luisito de Pozaldez." He was famous across the region and even the country. People knew him as the last jester. A jester was someone who entertained kings and queens with jokes and tricks a long time ago.
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The Church of San Boal in Pozaldez, a beautiful example of local architecture.
More Information
You can find more details about Pozaldez and its history through these links:
- Pozaldez Official Site [2]
- Learn about Luisito de Pozaldez: The Last Jester [3]
- Discover the Mudejar Theme Park [4]
See also
In Spanish: Pozaldez para niños
