Zarzuela de Jadraque facts for kids
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Zarzuela de Jadraque
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 Zarzuela de Jadraque
Location in Province of Guadalajara
Zarzuela de Jadraque
Location in Castilla-La Mancha
Zarzuela de Jadraque
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community | Castile-La Mancha | |
| Province | Guadalajara | |
| Municipality | Zarzuela de Jadraque | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 31.90 km2 (12.32 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 1,043 m (3,422 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 37 | |
| • Density | 1.160/km2 (3.00/sq mi) | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
Zarzuela de Jadraque is a small town in the province of Guadalajara, Spain. It is part of the Castile-La Mancha region. This charming village is known for its unique look and interesting history.
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Discovering Zarzuela de Jadraque
Zarzuela de Jadraque is famous for its special "black architecture." This means many of its buildings are made from dark local stones like slate. These materials give the houses and walls a very distinct and traditional appearance.
A History of Pottery
Long ago, Zarzuela de Jadraque was also called "Zarzuela de las Ollas." This name means "Zarzuela of the Jars" or "Zarzuela of the Pots." The town earned this name because people there were skilled at making pottery. They used the rich local clay to create beautiful handmade pots and amphorae (large jars). You can still see the old pottery kiln, which is a special oven used for baking clay, just outside the town. It's a cool reminder of the town's past.
Important Buildings and Places
The town has several historic spots. One of the most important is the thumb|San Clemente Church, Zarzuela de Jadraque Church of San Clemente Romano. This church was built a long time ago, in the 13th century. It has a Romanesque style, which means it uses round arches and strong stone walls. What's really cool is that it's built right on the edge of huge stone boulders!
Other important buildings include the town hall, where local decisions are made. There's also a communal outdoor laundry washing building, which was a place where people used to wash clothes together. You can also find a fountain for livestock and horses, and the town cemetery.
Population and Visitors
According to a census in 2018, Zarzuela de Jadraque has a small population of about 37 people. However, the town gets much busier during the summer and holidays. Many people who have family roots in Zarzuela de Jadraque come back to visit and spend their vacations there. This brings more life and energy to the quiet village.
See also
In Spanish: Zarzuela de Jadraque para niños
