Villar del Humo facts for kids
Villar del Humo is a small village in Spain. It is located in the province of Cuenca. This area is part of a bigger region called Castile-La Mancha. Even though it is small, Villar del Humo is very special. It is famous for its ancient rock art.
Quick facts for kids
Villar del Humo, Spain
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 Villar del Humo
Location in Spain
Villar del Humo
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Castile-La Mancha |
| Province | Cuenca |
| Municipality | Villar del Humo |
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| • Total | 150 km2 (60 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 989 m (3,245 ft) |
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| • Total | 189 |
| • Density | 1.26/km2 (3.26/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
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What is Villar del Humo?
Villar del Humo is a municipality. This means it is like a local government area. It is in the eastern part of Spain. In 2018, about 189 people lived there. This number comes from a count of people called a census. The village is about 989 meters (3,245 feet) above sea level.
Amazing Ancient Art
The most exciting thing about Villar del Humo is its prehistoric rock art. This art was made by people who lived there long, long ago. They painted and drew on rocks and in caves. These artworks tell us a lot about their lives.
What is Rock Art?
Rock art is a type of art made on natural rock surfaces. It can be paintings, drawings, or carvings. The art in Villar del Humo is mostly paintings. These paintings show animals, people, and symbols. They were made thousands of years ago.
A World Heritage Site
The rock art sites in Villar del Humo are very important. They are so special that they are part of a World Heritage Site. This means they are protected by the UNESCO. The specific site is called "Rock art of the Iberian Mediterranean Basin".
To help protect these ancient artworks, a cultural park has been created. This park helps people visit the sites safely. It also makes sure the art is preserved for future generations.
See also
In Spanish: Villar del Humo para niños
