Valdevacas y Guijar facts for kids
Valdevacas y Guijar is a small municipality located in the province of Segovia, which is part of the Castile and León region in Spain. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a town or a small district. According to a 2004 count, about 139 people lived in Valdevacas y Guijar. It is a quiet and charming place nestled in the Spanish countryside.
Quick facts for kids
Valdevacas y Guijar
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 Valdevacas y Guijar
Location in Castile and León
Valdevacas y Guijar
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
| Province |  Segovia |
| Municipality | Valdevacas y Guijar |
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| • Total | 18 km2 (7 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 91 |
| • Density | 5.06/km2 (13.1/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
About Valdevacas y Guijar
This small village is located in the foothills of the Sierra Nevada mountains. It is a unique place because it is actually made up of two smaller towns. These towns are called El Guijar and Valdevacas.
Two Towns, One Municipality
El Guijar is an important part of the municipality. This is where the Town Hall is located. The Town Hall is the main office for the local government. It helps manage services for the people living in the area.
Long ago, the whole area was known by a different name: Guijar de Valdevacas. Today, it is officially called Valdevacas y Guijar. This name shows that both towns are important parts of the same community.
Location in Spain
Valdevacas y Guijar is found in the province of Segovia. A province is a large administrative area within a country. Segovia province is known for its history and beautiful landscapes.
The province of Segovia is part of a larger region called Castile and León. This is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. An autonomous community is like a state or a large region with its own government.
See also
In Spanish: Valdevacas y Guijar para niños
