Velamazán facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Velamazán
Municipality
The Parish Church of the Holy Cross in Velamazán, Soria.
Velamazán Location in Castile and León Show map of Castile and León Velamazán Location in Spain Show map of Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Castile and León
Province	Soria
Municipality	Velamazán
Area
• Total	71.59 km2 (27.64 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	86
• Density	1.201/km2 (3.111/sq mi)
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)

Velamazán is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Soria. This province is part of the larger region known as Castile and León in Spain. In 2018, about 86 people lived in Velamazán.

About Velamazán

Velamazán is a quiet place in the heart of Spain. It is known for its peaceful countryside and traditional Spanish charm. The area around Velamazán is mostly rural, meaning it has lots of open land and farms.

Where is Velamazán?

Velamazán is in the eastern part of the Province of Soria. Soria is one of the nine provinces that make up the Castile and León region. This region is in the northwest of Spain. Being in Soria means Velamazán is surrounded by beautiful natural landscapes.

What is a Municipality?

In Spain, a municipality is like a local government area. It includes a main town or village and the land around it. Velamazán is one of many municipalities in the province of Soria. Each municipality has its own local government to manage things like roads and services for the people living there.

Life in Velamazán

Life in Velamazán is often calm and connected to nature. Many small Spanish towns like Velamazán keep old traditions alive. People might work in farming or other local jobs. The community is usually close-knit, with neighbors knowing each other well.

The main church in Velamazán is called the Parish Church of the Holy Cross. It is an important building in the town. Churches like this often have a long history and are central to the community.

See also

In Spanish: Velamazán para niños