Tembleque, Spain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Tembleque
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 Tembleque, Spain
Location in Spain
Tembleque, Spain
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Castile-La Mancha | ||
| Province | Toledo | ||
| Municipality | Tembleque | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 269 km2 (104 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 637 m (2,090 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 1,996 | ||
| • Density | 7.420/km2 (19.22/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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Tembleque is a town located in the province of Toledo, which is part of the Castile-La Mancha region in Spain. In 2018, about 1,996 people lived there.
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Tembleque's History
The name "Tembleque" comes from an old language spoken in the Iberian Peninsula. Many towns from that time had names ending in "que."
After the Reconquista, a long period when Christian kingdoms took back land from Muslim rule in Spain, Tembleque became part of the Knights Hospitaller. These were a group of knights who were also like monks. They helped people and fought in wars.
Tembleque's Coat of Arms
Every town has a special symbol called a coat of arms. Tembleque's coat of arms shows three towers on a small mountain. It also has a cannon. The cannon is there to remind everyone of the town's history with artillery, which means big guns used in warfare.
Important Places to See
When you visit Tembleque, there are a few interesting places to see:
- The main square, known as the Plaza Mayor, is a central gathering place.
- The Church of the Assumption (Nuestra Señora de la Asunción) is an old church. It was built in the 16th century.
Famous People from Tembleque
One famous person linked to Tembleque is Francisco de Tembleque. He gave his name to the Aqueduct of Padre Tembleque in Mexico. This aqueduct is a very important historical structure. It is now recognized as a World Heritage Site, which means it's a place of special cultural or physical importance.
Another notable person is Nena Goodman (1910-1998). She was an artist and a generous person who lived in New York.
See also
In Spanish: Tembleque para niños
