Santiurde de Toranzo facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Santiurde de Toranzo
Municipality
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Location of the Municipality of Santiurde de Toranzo
Santiurde de Toranzo Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Cantabria
Province	Cantabria
Comarca	Valles Pasiegos
Judicial district	Medio Cudeyo
Capital	Santiurde de Toranzo
Area
• Total	36.82 km2 (14.22 sq mi)
Elevation	120 m (390 ft)
Highest elevation	876 m (2,874 ft)
Lowest elevation	73 m (240 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	1,623
• Density	44.079/km2 (114.16/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Official language(s)	Spanish

Santiurde de Toranzo is a cool place in Cantabria, a region in northern Spain. It's like a small local government area, also called a municipality. A beautiful river called the Pas River flows right through it, adding to its charm.

About Santiurde de Toranzo

Santiurde de Toranzo is a municipality located in the region of Cantabria, which is in northern Spain. It's a lovely area known for its natural beauty. The Pas River is an important part of the landscape here.

This municipality covers an area of about 36.82 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 3,682 football fields! The main part of the municipality, the town of Santiurde de Toranzo, is about 120 meters above sea level.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is like a local area that has its own government. It includes a main town and often several smaller villages or communities nearby. Santiurde de Toranzo is one of these special areas in Cantabria. It has its own local leader, called an Alcalde (Mayor), who helps run things. As of 2007, the Mayor was Aniceto Pellón Rodríguez.

People and Life in Santiurde de Toranzo

In 2018, about 1,623 people lived in Santiurde de Toranzo. People here speak Spanish, which is the official language. The area is part of the Comarca de los Valles Pasiegos, a region known for its green valleys and traditional way of life.

Towns and Villages in Santiurde de Toranzo

Santiurde de Toranzo is not just one town; it's made up of several smaller towns and villages. The main town, also called Santiurde de Toranzo, is the capital. This is where the local government offices are.

Here are some of the other towns you can find in this municipality:

• Acereda
• Bárcena
• Iruz
• Pando
• Penilla
• San Martín
• Vejorís
• Villasevil

Each of these places has its own unique feel and history, making the municipality a diverse and interesting place to explore.

See also

In Spanish: Santiurde de Toranzo para niños