Torrequemada facts for kids
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Torrequemada, Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Extremadura | |
| Province | Cáceres | |
| Municipality | Torrequemada | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 30 km2 (10 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 570 | |
| • Density | 19/km2 (49/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Torrequemada is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in Spain. It is found in the province of Cáceres, which is part of the Extremadura region. In 2018, about 570 people lived there.
What's in the Name?
The name Torrequemada has a special meaning. It comes from two Spanish words:
- Torre means "tower"
- Quemada means "burnt"
So, the town's name means "burnt tower." This might refer to an old tower that was once burned down.
A Look Back in Time
In the year 1594, Torrequemada was part of a larger area. It belonged to the Cáceres district. This district was part of the province of Trujillo at that time.
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See also
In Spanish: Torrequemada para niños
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