Sanchón de la Ribera facts for kids
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Sanchón de la Ribera
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Location in Salamanca
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 Sanchón de la Ribera
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León |
| Province | Salamanca |
| Comarca | Vitigudino |
| Subcomarca | La Ramajería |
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| • Total | 29 km2 (11 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 735 m (2,411 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 84 |
| • Density | 2.90/km2 (7.50/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
37217
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Sanchón de la Ribera is a small, charming village located in the province of Salamanca, in the region of Castile and León, Spain. It is a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings. As of 2016, about 78 people lived here.
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Discover Sanchón de la Ribera
Sanchón de la Ribera is a municipality, which is like a small town or district. It is found in the western part of Spain. The land around the village is full of green pastures and forests with oak trees.
Where is Sanchón de la Ribera?
This village belongs to a special area called La Ramajería. This is a countryside region famous for its green meadows, which locals sometimes call 'curtains'. The old buildings here are very well-preserved. The village itself sits on a hillside next to a small stream.
A Look Back in Time
Sanchón de la Ribera was founded a long time ago, between the 10th and 12th centuries. This was when kings from the Kingdom of León were repopulating the area.
Important Buildings
The village has a historic church dedicated to Saint Christopher. He is the patron saint of the area. On the edge of the village, you can find the Hermitage of Humilladero. This small building dates back to the 17th century. It has one main room and holds a special statue called the Holy Christ of Mercy. This statue is very important to the people who live here.
There was also an old mill by the Vado stream. It is not there anymore, but it reminds us of the old activities that used to happen in the village.
Nature and Fun
About 20 kilometers (around 12 miles) from Sanchón de la Ribera is the Arribes del Duero Natural Park. This is a wonderful natural area where you can go hiking and enjoy the outdoors. It's a great place to explore nature and see beautiful landscapes.
See also
In Spanish: Sanchón de la Ribera para niños
