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San Salvador
San Salvador is located in Spain
San Salvador
San Salvador
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Community  Castile and León
Province Valladolid
Area
 • Total 10.47 km2 (4.04 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 29
 • Density 2.77/km2 (7.17/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

San Salvador is a small municipality located in the province of Valladolid, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. It is a very quiet place, known for its peaceful rural setting.

Where is San Salvador Located?

San Salvador is found in the central part of Spain. It belongs to the Province of Valladolid, which is one of the nine provinces in the large region of Castile and León. This region is famous for its history and beautiful landscapes.

Understanding Municipalities

A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a town or village and the land around it. San Salvador is a small municipality, meaning it covers a specific area and has its own local administration, even with a small number of residents.

Geographic Coordinates

The exact location of San Salvador can be found using geographic coordinates. These are like an address on a map. San Salvador is located at about 41 degrees North latitude and 5 degrees West longitude. This helps people find it precisely on any map of the world.

How Many People Live Here?

San Salvador is a very small community. In 2018, its population was only 29 people. This makes it one of the smallest municipalities in the province of Valladolid. Small populations often mean a close-knit community where everyone knows each other.

Area and Size

The total area of San Salvador is about 10.47 square kilometers. To give you an idea, this is roughly the size of 1,000 football fields. Even with a small population, the municipality covers a decent amount of land, likely including fields and natural areas.

Time Zone Information

Like most of Spain, San Salvador follows the CET zone during standard time. This means it is one hour ahead of UTC+1.

Daylight Saving Time

During the summer months, San Salvador switches to CEST. This is when clocks are moved forward by one hour, making it two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). This change helps make the most of the daylight during the longer summer evenings.

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