Pueblonuevo del Guadiana facts for kids
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Pueblonuevo del Guadiana
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Main entrance of the town
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 Pueblonuevo del Guadiana
Location in Extremadura
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| Country |  Spain |
| Community |  Extremadura |
| Province |  Badajoz |
| Comarca | Tierra de Badajoz |
| Area | |
| • Total | 30.95 km2 (11.95 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 180 m (590 ft) |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 2,033 |
| • Density | 65.687/km2 (170.13/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Pueblonuvense |
| Postal code |
06184
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Pueblonuevo del Guadiana, often called Pueblonuevo, is a town in Spain. It is located in the province of Badajoz, which is part of the Extremadura region. About 2,046 people live here. The town covers an area of 30.95 square kilometers. It is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area.
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A Town Built on a Plan
Pueblonuevo del Guadiana is a special kind of town. It was planned and built from scratch. This means it was not a village that grew over time.
How the Town Started
The town was started in 1948. It was part of a big project called the Plan Badajoz. This plan aimed to improve farming and life in the region. The town was officially opened in 1956. Francisco Franco, who was the head of Spain at the time, inaugurated it.
The Instituto Nacional de Colonización
An organization called the Instituto Nacional de Colonización helped create many new villages like this one. They did this during the time when Franco ruled Spain. Their goal was to develop rural areas and create new farming communities.
Where is Pueblonuevo Located?
Pueblonuevo is in a good spot in Spain. It is located between two important cities.
Nearby Cities and Borders
- The city of Badajoz is about 24 kilometers (15 miles) to the west.
- The city of Mérida is about 37 kilometers (23 miles) to the east.
- Pueblonuevo is also close to the border with Portugal. The Portuguese city of Elvas is about 40 kilometers (25 miles) to the west.
Land and Rivers
The town sits on a flat area. This area is rich in canals and farmland. It is located between two rivers: the Alcazaba and the Guadiana.
Neighboring Areas
The municipality of Pueblonuevo is part of the Judicial district of Badajoz. It does not have smaller villages within its own area. It shares borders with the municipalities of Badajoz, Valdelacalzada, and Talavera la Real. Other nearby towns include Alcazaba, Novelda del Guadiana, Guadiana del Caudillo, Balboa, and Villafranco del Guadiana.
What to See in Pueblonuevo
One of the main places to visit in Pueblonuevo is its Catholic church.
Christ the King Church
The church is called Iglesia del Cristo Rey, which means "Church of Christ the King". It belongs to the Archdiocese of Mérida-Badajoz. This is the main religious authority for the area.
How to Get Around
Pueblonuevo has good connections for travel.
Train and Roads
- A railway line passes to the north of the town. This line connects Ciudad Real, Mérida, and Badajoz. It is part of a larger international train route that links Madrid in Spain with Lisbon in Portugal.
- The regional road EX-209 crosses the town to the south.
Airports and Motorways
- The Badajoz Airport is about 13 kilometers (8 miles) away.
- The closest motorway exit is "Talavera la Real". This exit is on the Autovía A-5, which is a major road connecting Madrid and Badajoz. It is about 8 kilometers (5 miles) from Pueblonuevo.
Sister Cities
Pueblonuevo del Guadiana has a special connection with a town in France.
Descartes, France
See also
In Spanish: Pueblonuevo del Guadiana para niños
