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Sencelles
Parish church of Sant Pere.
Parish church of Sant Pere.
Flag of Sencelles
Flag
Coat of arms of Sencelles
Coat of arms
Map of Sencelles in Mallorca
Map of Sencelles in Mallorca
Sencelles is located in Majorca
Sencelles
Sencelles
Location in Majorca
Sencelles is located in Balearic Islands
Sencelles
Sencelles
Location in Balearic Islands
Sencelles is located in Spain
Sencelles
Sencelles
Location in Spain
Country Spain
Autonomous community Balearic Islands
Province Balearic Islands
Comarca Pla de Mallorca
Judicial district Inca
Area
 • Total 52.86 km2 (20.41 sq mi)
Elevation
120 m (390 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 3,195
 • Density 60.443/km2 (156.55/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Sencellers
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
07140

Sencelles (pronounced sen-SAY-yes) is a lovely small town located right in the middle of Majorca, one of the beautiful Balearic Islands in Spain. It's a "municipality," which means it's a local area with its own government.

Sencelles is about 24 kilometers (around 15 miles) away from Palma, which is the capital city of Majorca. This makes it a peaceful place, away from the busy city life.

About Sencelles

Sencelles is known for its quiet charm and traditional feel. It sits in the central part of Majorca, an area called the Pla de Mallorca. This region is mostly flat, with farms and small villages.

Location and Geography

Sencelles is found at an elevation of about 120 meters (394 feet) above sea level. This slightly higher position gives it good views of the surrounding countryside. The town covers an area of about 52.86 square kilometers (20.41 square miles).

Population and People

As of 2018, about 3,195 people lived in Sencelles. The people who live here are called "Sencellers." The town is not very crowded, with a population density that shows it's a calm place to live.

Local Government

Like all municipalities, Sencelles has a local government that helps run the town. The head of this government is called the Mayor. The Mayor of Sencelles is Joan Carles Verd Cirer. The Mayor and the local council work together to make decisions for the community. This includes things like local services, town planning, and making sure the town runs smoothly.

Time Zone and Communication

Sencelles follows Central European Time (CET), which is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is UTC+2. The postal code for Sencelles is 07140.

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