Valdefuentes de Sangusín facts for kids
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Valdefuentes de Sangusín
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Location in Salamanca
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 Valdefuentes de Sangusín
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León | |
| Province | Salamanca | |
| Comarca | Sierra de Béjar | |
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| • Total | 33 km2 (13 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 890 m (2,920 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 203 | |
| • Density | 6.15/km2 (15.93/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
37680
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Valdefuentes de Sangusín is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the western part of Spain. It is found in the province of Salamanca, which is part of the larger Castile and León region. As of 2018, about 203 people lived in Valdefuentes de Sangusín.
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About Valdefuentes de Sangusín
Valdefuentes de Sangusín is a quiet place in the Spanish countryside. It's a great example of a small European town. The name "Valdefuentes" means "valley of fountains." This suggests there might be many natural springs or water sources nearby.
Where is Valdefuentes de Sangusín?
This municipality is in the Province of Salamanca, which is in the western part of Spain. It's also part of a local area called Sierra de Béjar. This area is known for its beautiful mountains and natural landscapes.
The town sits quite high up, at an elevation of about 890 meters (around 2,920 feet) above sea level. This means it has a higher altitude compared to many other places. The total area of the municipality is about 33 square kilometers (around 12.7 square miles).
Who Leads the Town?
Like many towns, Valdefuentes de Sangusín has a leader called a mayor. The current mayor is Manuel Sánchez. He belongs to a political group known as the People's Party. The mayor and the local government work together to make decisions for the town. They help manage services and plan for the future of Valdefuentes de Sangusín.
What is a Municipality?
In Spain, a municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a group of villages that have their own local council and mayor. This council helps manage things like local roads, parks, and other services for the people who live there. Valdefuentes de Sangusín is one of many municipalities in Spain.
Images for kids
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The official shield of Valdefuentes de Sangusín.
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A map showing the area of Valdefuentes de Sangusín.
See also
In Spanish: Valdefuentes de Sangusín para niños
