Ventrosa facts for kids
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Ventrosa de la Sierra
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Skyline of Ventrosa
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 Ventrosa de la Sierra
Location in La Rioja, Spain
Ventrosa de la Sierra
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |
 La Rioja |
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| Comarca | Anguiano | |
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| • Total | 72.93 km2 (28.16 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 977 m (3,205 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 59 | |
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Ventrosa is a small village located in the La Rioja region of Spain. It is part of a larger area called a province and an autonomous community, which is like a state or a big region with its own government. Ventrosa is known for its quiet, rural setting in the mountains.
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Ventrosa: A Small Spanish Village
Ventrosa is a very small village in northern Spain. It is found in the Anguiano area, which is a type of local district. The village is nestled in the mountains, about 977 meters (3,205 feet) above sea level. This high location gives it beautiful views and a cooler climate.
How Big is Ventrosa?
The area that Ventrosa covers, known as its municipality, is about 72.93 square kilometers (28.16 square miles). This is a fairly large area for a small village, meaning there's lots of open space around it.
Who Lives in Ventrosa?
Ventrosa is one of the smallest villages in La Rioja. In 2018, only 59 people lived there. This makes it a very peaceful place where everyone likely knows each other. The population has changed a bit over the years; for example, in 2011, there were 68 residents.
Local Government
Like all towns and villages in Spain, Ventrosa has its own local government. The person in charge is called the Mayor. As of recent records, the mayor of Ventrosa is Carlos Fernández Rueda. He belongs to a political group called the PP. The mayor and the local council work together to manage the village and make decisions for its residents.
