Puebla del Salvador facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Puebla del Salvador
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municipality
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South view of Puebla del Salvador
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile-La Mancha |
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| Province | Cuenca | ||
| Municipality | Puebla del Salvador | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 47 km2 (18 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 183 | ||
| • Density | 3.89/km2 (10.08/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Puebla del Salvador is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Cuenca. This province is part of Castile-La Mancha, an area in Spain. In 2022, about 192 people lived there.
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A Glimpse into History
The Visit of Emperor Carlos V
Imagine a time long ago, in 1542. A writer named Jean de Vandenesse wrote about something exciting. He recorded that the royal group, including the Holy Roman Emperor Carlos V and Prince Felipe II, stayed overnight in Puebla del Salvador. They were on their way to Madrid. This shows that even a small town could be important enough for an emperor's visit!
Fun Festivals and Holidays
Just like many towns, Puebla del Salvador has special days for celebrations. These holidays are usually of two types: religious and traditional. Religious celebrations honor saints important to the village. Traditional celebrations are often linked to farming, nature, or old customs.
Here are some of the main celebrations:
| Celebration | date |
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| The feast of Epiphany (Three Kings Day) | January 6 |
| Saint Isidro (the laborer) | May 15 |
| Saint Quiteria (virgin martyr and saint) | May 28 |
| El Salvador (The Savior) | August 6 |
| Assumption of the Blessed Virgin Mary | August 15 |
About the People of Puebla
The municipality of Puebla del Salvador covers an area of about 48 square kilometers. In 2022, 192 people lived there. This means there were about 4 people living in each square kilometer.
Here's a quick look at the ages of the people living in the town:
- About 11.5% of the people are under 20 years old.
- About 20.3% are between 20 and 40 years old.
- About 22.9% are between 40 and 60 years old.
- About 45.3% of the population is over 60 years old.
Images for kids
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Saint Quiteria
See also
In Spanish: Puebla del Salvador para niños
