Villa de Mazo facts for kids
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Villa de Mazo
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 Villa de Mazo
Location in Canary Islands
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Canary Islands | ||
| Province | Santa Cruz de Tenerife | ||
| Island | La Palma | ||
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| • Total | 71.17 km2 (27.48 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 4,791 | ||
| • Density | 67.318/km2 (174.352/sq mi) | ||
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Villa de Mazo is a town and a municipality. It is located on the island of La Palma in the Canary Islands, Spain. This area is part of the Province of Santa Cruz de Tenerife. Villa de Mazo is in the southeastern part of La Palma.
The municipality covers an area of about 71.17 square kilometers. In 2013, its population was 4,858 people. Villa de Mazo is about 9 kilometers south of Santa Cruz de La Palma, which is the island's capital. La Palma Airport is also found along the coast of Villa de Mazo.
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Exploring Villa de Mazo's Neighborhoods
Villa de Mazo is made up of several smaller areas. These are like different neighborhoods or villages within the municipality. Here are some of them, with their populations from 2013:
- Callejones (350 people)
- Lodero (470 people)
- Lomo Oscuro (260 people)
- Malpaises (Arriba) (149 people)
- Monte (147 people)
- Monte de Breña (528 people)
- Monte de Luna (375 people)
- Monte de Pueblo (232 people)
- Poleal (133 people)
- El Pueblo (532 people)
- La Rosa (367 people)
- La Sabina (280 people)
- San Simón (183 people)
- Tigalate (325 people)
- Tiguerorte (228 people)
- Malpaises (Abajo) (299 people)
A Look at Villa de Mazo's Past
After the island of La Palma was conquered in 1492, Mazo was managed by the town hall in Santa Cruz de la Palma. This changed in 1768 when Mazo started to have its own local government. This government was led by an elected leader called an Alcalde, similar to a mayor.
In 1813, Mazo's local government became officially independent. The nearby area of Fuencaliente de La Palma was once part of Mazo. However, it became a separate municipality in 1837. After big changes in 1868, the first elections for the local government in Mazo were held in January 1869. In these elections, all men over 25 years old could vote.
The main building for the town hall in Mazo was built in 1930. At that time, Spain was a Republic.
In 1956, the municipality of Mazo asked to be called Villa de Mazo. This was to help tell it apart from other places in Spain with similar names. The government officially approved this new name in 1958.
Interesting Places to Visit in Villa de Mazo
Villa de Mazo has some cool places to explore. These sites offer a glimpse into the area's history and culture.
Belmaco Caves: Ancient Rock Carvings
One of the most important historical sites on La Palma is the Cave of Belmaco. It's actually a group of caves. Inside, you can find ancient rock carvings made by people who lived there long ago. You can visit this site and learn more at a small visitor center. The center has displays of items found during digs.
Casa Roja: A Local Museum
The Casa Roja is a building in the center of town. It was built in the early 1900s and now hosts a local museum. The museum shows off beautiful local embroidery work. This type of craft was very important on the island. You can also see photos and other items about the local Festival of Corpus Christi. This festival is the biggest cultural event in Villa de Mazo.
Arenas Blancas Lighthouse: Guiding Ships
At the southern end of the municipality, you'll find the modern Arenas Blancas Lighthouse. Lighthouses like this help guide ships safely along the coast.
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La Palma's Airport, located in Villa de Mazo.
See also
In Spanish: Villa de Mazo para niños
