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Villanueva de Perales
Flag of Villanueva de Perales
Flag
Escudo de Villanueva de Perales.svg
Coat of arms
Municipal location within the Community of Madrid.
Municipal location within the Community of Madrid.
Villanueva de Perales is located in Spain
Villanueva de Perales
Villanueva de Perales
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community Community of Madrid
Area
 • Total 12.04 sq mi (31.18 km2)
Elevation
1,952 ft (595 m)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 1,547
 • Density 128.50/sq mi (49.615/km2)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Villanueva de Perales is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the Community of Madrid, which is a region in Spain. In 2022, about 1,623 people lived there, making it a quiet place to live. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings.

Where is Villanueva de Perales?

Villanueva de Perales is found in the central part of Spain. It is part of the Community of Madrid, which is one of Spain's 17 self-governing regions. The town is situated west of the city of Madrid.

Location Details

The town's exact location can be described using coordinates: 40°20′45″ North and 4°6′6″ West. These numbers help pinpoint its spot on a map of the world. It is about 595 meters (or 1,952 feet) above sea level. This elevation means it's located on slightly higher ground.

Villanueva de Perales (Madrid) mapa
A map showing Villanueva de Perales within the Community of Madrid.

How Big is Villanueva de Perales?

Villanueva de Perales covers an area of about 31.18 square kilometers (or 12.04 square miles). This makes it a relatively small municipality in terms of land size.

Population and People

As of 2022, the town had a population of 1,623 residents. This number shows that it is a small community. The population density, which is how many people live per square kilometer, is not very high. This means there is plenty of open space around the town.

Daily Life and Time

Life in Villanueva de Perales follows the Central European Time (CET) zone. This means it is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During the summer months, like many places in Europe, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST). This moves the clocks forward by another hour (UTC+2).

Symbols of Villanueva de Perales

Like many towns, Villanueva de Perales has its own special symbols. These include a flag and a coat of arms. These symbols represent the town's history, values, and identity.

Bandera de Villanueva de Perales
The flag of Villanueva de Perales.
Escudo de Villanueva de Perales
The coat of arms of Villanueva de Perales.

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