Villabrázaro facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Villabrázaro
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Castile and León |
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| Province |  Zamora |
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| Municipality | Villabrázaro | |
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| • Total | 23 km2 (9 sq mi) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 205 | |
| • Density | 8.91/km2 (23.1/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
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Villabrázaro is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the province of Zamora. This area is part of Castile and León, a region in Spain. In 2004, about 352 people lived there. By 2018, the population was around 205 people.
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Discovering Villabrázaro's History and Sights
The Ancient Sanctuary of Nuestra Señora del Valle
Near a place called San Román del Valle, you can find the "Santuario de Nuestra Señora del Valle." This special place is also known as "del Valle."
The first time this sanctuary was mentioned in history was on June 20, 970. The building you see today was built much later, in the 14th and 15th centuries. It was a Gothic-style convent, made from strong stone. The very last religious service held there was on August 27, 1961.
You can learn more about the church of Villabrázaro here: Iglesia de Villabrázaro.
Fun Festivals in Villabrázaro
Villabrázaro celebrates several exciting festivals throughout the year. These events are a great way to experience the local culture and traditions.
- Bendito Cristo: This festival takes place on May 31st.
- La Magdalena: Celebrated on September 6th, this is another important local event.
- Fiesta del Convento: Held in San Román del Valle, this festival happens on the second Sunday of May.
- Patrón de San Román del Valle: This celebration honors the patron saint of San Román del Valle on November 18th.
See also
In Spanish: Villabrázaro para niños
