Zotes del Páramo facts for kids
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Zotes del Páramo, Spain
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León |
| Province | León |
| Municipality | Zotes del Páramo |
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| • Total | 53.94 km2 (20.83 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 780 m (2,560 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 439 |
| • Density | 8.139/km2 (21.079/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Zotes del Páramo is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the northwest of Spain. It is part of the province of León, which is found within the larger region called Castile and León. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
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Where is Zotes del Páramo?
Zotes del Páramo is situated in the province of León. This province is one of many that make up the Castile and León autonomous community. An autonomous community is like a large state or region within Spain that has its own government and rules, but is still part of the country.
Geography and Size
The municipality of Zotes del Páramo covers an area of about 53.94 square kilometers. To give you an idea, that's roughly the size of 5,394 football fields! The town is also located at an elevation of 780 meters above sea level. This means it's quite high up, which can affect the local weather and scenery.
How Many People Live There?
The number of people living in Zotes del Páramo has changed over the years.
Population Count
According to a census taken in 2004, there were 592 people living in the municipality. A census is like a big count of all the people in an area, usually done by the government. More recently, in 2018, the population was recorded as 439 inhabitants. This shows that the number of people living in Zotes del Páramo has become a bit smaller over time.
Time and Climate
Zotes del Páramo follows the Central European Time (CET) zone.
Understanding Time Zones
During most of the year, the time in Zotes del Páramo is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). In the summer, like many places in Europe, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). This is done to make the most of the daylight hours.
Find Out More
If you want to learn more about Zotes del Páramo, especially in Spanish, there are other resources available.
- In Spanish: Zotes del Páramo para niños
