Villa de Reyes facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villa de Reyes
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Municipality and town
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Presa Calderon - panoramio
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| Country |  Mexico |
| State | San Luis Potosí |
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| • Land | 1,041.09 km2 (401.97 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 1,820 m (5,970 ft) |
| Time zone | UTC-6 (Central Standard Time) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC-5 (Central Daylight Time) |
Villa de Reyes is a town and a municipality in the central part of Mexico. It is located within the state of San Luis Potosí. A municipality is like a local government area, similar to a county or district in other countries. It includes the main town and the surrounding smaller communities.
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Where is Villa de Reyes Located?
Villa de Reyes is found in the heart of Mexico. It is part of the state of San Luis Potosí. This state is known for its diverse landscapes. The town sits at an elevation of about 1,820 meters (5,970 feet) above sea level. This means it is quite high up, which can affect the climate.
What is a Municipality?
In Mexico, a municipality is a very important type of local government. It is made up of a main town, which is the head of the municipality. It also includes all the smaller villages and rural areas around it. The municipality of Villa de Reyes covers a land area of about 1,041 square kilometers. This is a fairly large area.
Time Zone Information
Villa de Reyes follows the North American Central Time Zone. This means it uses Central Standard Time (CST) for most of the year. During part of the year, it switches to Central Daylight Time (CDT). This change helps make the most of daylight hours.
Images for kids
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A view of Presa Calderon, a reservoir near Villa de Reyes.
See also
In Spanish: Villa de Reyes para niños
