Turcia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Turcia
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The 1931 Turcia Artesian Well
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | León | |
| Municipality | Turcia | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31 km2 (12 sq mi) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 1,005 | |
| • Density | 32.4/km2 (84.0/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Turcia is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the beautiful country of Spain. It is found in the province of León, which is part of the larger region called Castile and León.
As of 2018, about 1,005 people live in Turcia. This number comes from a count of people called a census.
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Where is Turcia?
Turcia is in the northwest part of Spain. It is part of the province of León. A province is like a county or a state in other countries.
The province of León is within a bigger area called an Autonomous Community. Turcia belongs to the Autonomous Community of Castile and León. This community is one of the largest in Spain.
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or village and the land around it. Turcia is a municipality, meaning it has its own local council that helps manage the town.
People and Population
In 2018, the population of Turcia was 1,005 people. This number helps us understand how many people live in the town. A census is a special count of all the people living in an area. It helps governments plan for schools, roads, and other important things.
Important Places in Turcia
One interesting landmark in Turcia is the 1931 Turcia Artesian Well. An artesian well is a special kind of well where water flows up naturally from the ground. This well has been an important part of the town for a long time.
Symbols of Turcia
Like many towns, Turcia has its own special symbols. The municipality has a shield, which is like a coat of arms. This shield often shows important parts of the town's history or its natural features.
See also
In Spanish: Turcia para niños
