Zalamea de la Serena facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Zalamea de la Serena
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Municipality
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 Zalamea de la Serena
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous Community |  Extremadura |
| Province | Badajoz |
| Comarca | La Serena |
| Area | |
| • Total | 246 km2 (95 sq mi) |
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485 m (1,591 ft) |
| Population | |
| • Total | 3,606 |
| • Density | 14.66/km2 (37.97/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST (GMT +2)) |
| Postal code |
06430
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| Area code(s) | +34 (Spain) + 924 (Badajoz) |
| Website | www.zalamea.com |
Zalamea de la Serena is a town in the province of Badajoz, in the region of Extremadura, Spain. It is a municipality, which means it is a local government area. In 2014, about 3,797 people lived there.
This town is famous because it is the setting for a play called "El Alcalde de Zalamea." This play, also known as "Mayor of Zalamea," tells a story that takes place right here.
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History and Ancient Sites
Zalamea de la Serena has a very long history. You can find ancient buildings and structures here. These show that people have lived in this area for thousands of years.
Roman History in Zalamea
There is a special stone column from Roman times called a dystile. It is a tall, upright stone. This shows that the Romans were once in Zalamea. There are also two churches that were built during the Roman period.
The Ancient Castle
Zalamea has a very old castle. This castle is about 2,400 years old. It is large and brown, with two towers. Castles like this were important for protecting towns long ago.
Cancho Roano: An Ancient Temple
About nine kilometers north of Zalamea is a place called Cancho Roano. This was a temple or a special site for rituals. It belonged to the Tartessian people, who lived here a very long time ago. Today, you can visit Cancho Roano and learn about its history at the visitor center.
Buildings and Facilities
Zalamea de la Serena has many modern facilities for its residents. These help make life in the town comfortable and fun.
Sports and Recreation
The town has a football field where people can play soccer. There are also other sports centers. These places are great for staying active and playing games.
Town Infrastructure
You will see street lights throughout Zalamea. These lights help keep the town safe and bright at night.
Festivals and Celebrations
People in Zalamea de la Serena love to celebrate! They have several special festivals throughout the year. These events bring the community together.
Romeria Festival
One of the festivals is called "Romeria." This is a traditional celebration. People often go on a pilgrimage or a special outing during this time.
San Cristobal Festival
Another festival is called "San Cristobal." This celebration takes place in a spot called "Charca." Charca is a big lake where people enjoy fishing. The festival is a fun time for everyone.
See also
In Spanish: Zalamea de la Serena para niños
