Sukarrieta facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sukarrieta
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 Sukarrieta
Location in Basque Country
Sukarrieta
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Basque Country | |
| Province | Biscay | |
| Comarca | Busturialdea | |
| Founded | June 15, 1300 | |
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| • Total | 2.3 km2 (0.9 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 29 m (95 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 357 | |
| • Density | 155/km2 (402/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Basque: sukarrietarra | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
48395
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| Official language(s) | Basque Spanish |
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Sukarrieta (also known as Pedernales in Spanish) is a small town in northern Spain. It is a municipality, which means it is a local area with its own government. Sukarrieta is located in the province of Biscay. This province is part of the Basque Country, which is a special region in Spain.
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Where is Sukarrieta?
Sukarrieta is found in the northern part of Spain. It is in the Biscay province. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes. The town is part of a larger region called the Basque Country. This region has its own unique culture and languages.
Geography and Size
Sukarrieta is a small place. It covers an area of about 2.3 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 230 football fields. The town sits at an elevation of about 29 meters above sea level.
A Look at History
Sukarrieta has a long history. It was officially founded a very long time ago. The town's founding date is June 15, 1300. This means Sukarrieta has been a recognized place for over 700 years!
People and Language
As of 2018, about 357 people live in Sukarrieta. People from Sukarrieta are called sukarrietarra. This is a special name for residents.
Official Languages
The people of Sukarrieta speak two official languages. One is Basque, which is a unique language spoken in the Basque Country. The other official language is Spanish. Many people in Sukarrieta speak both languages.
Who Leads Sukarrieta?
Every town has a leader. In Sukarrieta, the leader is called the Mayor. The current Mayor is Pedro Sainz-Vizcaya Ortiz de Artiñano. The Mayor helps run the town and make decisions for its people. He belongs to a political group called EAJ-PNV. This group works to improve life in the Basque Country.
See also
In Spanish: Pedernales (Vizcaya) para niños
