Tarazona de Guareña facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tarazona de Guareña
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Location in Salamanca
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Tierra de Cantalapiedra | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 29 km2 (11 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 772 m (2,533 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 317 | |
| • Density | 10.93/km2 (28.3/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37409
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Tarazona de Guareña is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the country of Spain. It is found in the Castile and León region, which is one of Spain's 17 main areas. More specifically, it's part of the province of Salamanca.
In 2018, about 317 people lived in Tarazona de Guareña. It's a quiet place, covering an area of about 29 square kilometers (which is roughly 11 square miles).
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Where is Tarazona de Guareña?
Tarazona de Guareña is located in the western part of Spain. It's in the province of Salamanca, which is known for its beautiful landscapes and historic cities. The town is part of a smaller area called Tierra de Cantalapiedra, which is a comarca or traditional region.
The town sits quite high up, at an elevation of 772 meters (about 2,533 feet) above sea level. This means it's located on higher ground, which can sometimes lead to cooler temperatures and different types of plants and animals compared to lower areas.
Who Leads Tarazona de Guareña?
Like many towns, Tarazona de Guareña has a leader who helps run things. This leader is called the Mayor. The Mayor's job is to make decisions that help the town and its people. They work on things like local services, community projects, and making sure the town runs smoothly.
As of recently, the Mayor of Tarazona de Guareña is José Luis Barajas Sánchez. He is a member of a political group called the People's Party. Political parties are groups of people who share similar ideas about how a country or town should be governed.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a small city, along with the land around it. In Spain, municipalities are the smallest units of local government. They have their own local council and a mayor who are responsible for managing local services. These services can include things like keeping the streets clean, managing public spaces, and sometimes even local schools or health centers.
Images for kids
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The official shield of Tarazona de Guareña.
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A map showing the area of Tarazona de Guareña.
See also
In Spanish: Tarazona de Guareña para niños
