Velada
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Nomenclature and Geography
Category: Obec / Město
Summary
Velada is a municipality within the province of Toledo, in the Castile-La Mancha region of Spain. Its name originates from the Latin 'vigilare', meaning 'to stay awake', reflecting its historical role as a vigilant outpost. Originally known as Las Atalayuelas de Guadierva, it was repopulated in 1271 by knights and later granted township privileges around 1588.
Statistics
Area
145.00 km²
Population
2,436