Tamarite de Litera facts for kids
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Tamarite de Litera
Tamarit de Llitera
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 Tamarite de Litera
Location in Aragon
Tamarite de Litera
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Aragon | |
| Province | Huesca | |
| Comarca | La Litera | |
| Judicial district | Monzón | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 110.6 km2 (42.7 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 360 m (1,180 ft) | |
| Population | ||
| • Total | 3,528 | |
| • Density | 31.899/km2 (82.62/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
22550
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Tamarite de Litera is an important town located in the La Litera region of Huesca province, in Aragon, Spain. It is the main town of the comarca, which is like a local district. As of 2018, about 3,528 people live here. The town is also known by its Catalan name, Tamarit de Llitera.
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Exploring Tamarite de Litera
Tamarite de Litera is a municipality, which means it's a local government area. It includes the main town and a few smaller villages nearby. The area is known for its history and its location in the beautiful Spanish countryside.
Nearby Villages
The municipality of Tamarite de Litera includes the main town and these smaller communities:
- Tamarite de Litera (the main town)
- Algayón
- La Melusa
A Look at History
Tamarite de Litera has a long and interesting past. The town was once controlled by the Moors, who were people from North Africa. In the year 1107, Alfonso I of Aragon, a king of Aragon, successfully took the town back. This was an important event in the history of the region.
Famous People from Tamarite
Some well-known individuals were born in Tamarite de Litera:
- Fernando Aranda: He was a famous motorcycle champion.
- Dolores Cabrera y Heredia: A notable person from the area.
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