Ribera del Fresno facts for kids

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Ribera del Fresno Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Extremadura
Province	Badajoz
Comarca	Tierra de Barros
Area
• Total	185.6 km2 (71.7 sq mi)
Elevation	399 m (1,309 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	3,357
• Density	18.087/km2 (46.846/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Ribera del Fresno is a town and municipality located in the province of Badajoz, which is part of the Extremadura region in Spain. As of 2018, about 3,357 people live there. This town is special because it was the home of a famous friar named Juan Macias.

What is Ribera del Fresno?

Ribera del Fresno is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It's a place where people live and work together. The town is found in the southwest of Spain, in a region called Extremadura.

Where is Ribera del Fresno located?

The town is in the province of Badajoz, which is one of the two provinces in Extremadura. It's also part of a larger area known as Tierra de Barros. This area is known for its rich soil, which is great for farming.

How big is Ribera del Fresno?

The total area of Ribera del Fresno is about 185.6 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized municipality. The town is located at an elevation of 399 meters above sea level.

Famous people from Ribera del Fresno

One of the most well-known people from Ribera del Fresno is Juan Macias. He was a Catholic friar who lived a long time ago. Friar Juan Macias is remembered for his good deeds and his faith.

Government and leadership

Like all municipalities in Spain, Ribera del Fresno has a local government. The main leader of the town is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is Antonio Fernández García. The local government helps manage services for the people living in Ribera del Fresno.

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