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Velilla de la Sierra is located in Castile and León
Velilla de la Sierra
Velilla de la Sierra
Location in Castile and León
Velilla de la Sierra is located in Spain
Velilla de la Sierra
Velilla de la Sierra
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Castile and León
Province  Soria
Municipality Velilla de la Sierra
Area
 • Total 18.57 km2 (7.17 sq mi)
Elevation
1,033 m (3,389 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 25
 • Density 1.346/km2 (3.49/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Velilla de la Sierra is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the province of Soria. It is part of the autonomous community of Castile and León in Spain. This charming place is known for its quiet atmosphere and beautiful natural surroundings.

Velilla de la Sierra: A Spanish Town

Velilla de la Sierra 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. People living in a municipality share local services. These services include things like roads, water, and local schools.

Where is Velilla de la Sierra Located?

Velilla de la Sierra is found in the central part of Spain. It is in the Province of Soria. Soria is one of the nine provinces that make up the region of Castile and León. This region is in the northwest of Spain.

Geography and Landscape

The town is located at an elevation of 1,033 meters (about 3,389 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up. The area around Velilla de la Sierra is known for its natural beauty. It has hills and open spaces. The total area of the municipality is 18.57 square kilometers. This is about 7.17 square miles.

People and Population

As of 2018, Velilla de la Sierra had a population of 25 people. This makes it a very small and peaceful community. Small towns like this often have a strong sense of community. Everyone knows each other.

Daily Life in Velilla de la Sierra

Life in Velilla de la Sierra is calm and connected to nature. The people here enjoy the quiet environment. They also appreciate the traditional Spanish way of life. Many small towns in Spain keep old customs alive.

Climate and Time Zone

Velilla de la Sierra follows the Central European Time (CET). This means it is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST). This makes it two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). This change helps people enjoy the longer daylight hours.

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