Vallesa de la Guareña facts for kids
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Vallesa de La Guareña
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Panoramic view over La Gavia hill.
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 Vallesa de la Guareña
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
| Province |  Zamora |
| Comarca | La Guareña |
| Judicial district | Toro |
| Municipality | Vallesa de La Guareña |
| Area | |
| • Total | 28.07 km2 (10.84 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 764 m (2,507 ft) |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 89 |
| • Density | 3.171/km2 (8.21/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Vallesano, na |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
49450
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| Dialing code | 980 |
| Official language(s) | Spanish |
| Climate | BSk |
| Patron saint | Saint Blaise of Sebastea |
Vallesa de la Guareña is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Zamora, in the region of Castile and León, Spain. It is a quiet place with a small number of residents. According to information from 2018, about 89 people live there.
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What is Vallesa de la Guareña?
Vallesa de la Guareña is a municipality in western Spain. It is part of the province of Zamora. This area is known for its history and natural beauty. The town is located in a region called La Guareña.
Where is Vallesa de la Guareña located?
The town is found in the Castile and León region of Spain. It is in the northwest part of the country. Vallesa de la Guareña is situated at an elevation of 764 meters (about 2,507 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up.
How many people live in Vallesa de la Guareña?
Vallesa de la Guareña is a very small community. In 2018, the population was 89 people. This makes it one of the smaller towns in the province of Zamora. People from Vallesa de la Guareña are called "Vallesano" (for a boy or man) or "Vallesana" (for a girl or woman).
Exploring Vallesa de la Guareña: Main Sights
Vallesa de la Guareña has some interesting old buildings. These buildings show the history of the area. They are important parts of the town's heritage.
Important Churches to See
- The Church of San Juan Bautista is a main church in the town. It is a significant historical building.
- The Mudéjar Church of San Andrés is nearby. It is in a place called Olmo de La Guareña. This church was built in the 13th century. It has a special style called Mudéjar. This style mixes Christian and Islamic art. The church is now protected as a "Bien de Interés Cultural." This means it is a very important cultural site.
Getting Around: Transportation
Even though it's a small town, Vallesa de la Guareña is connected by roads. These roads help people travel to and from the municipality.
Main Roads Connecting the Town
The town is served by a regional road, the CL-605. There is also a local road, the ZA-L-2110. These roads link Vallesa de la Guareña to other towns and cities.
Images for kids
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Cross of the medieval Order of Knights Hospitaller
See also
In Spanish: Vallesa de la Guareña para niños
