Santaella is a municipality located in the province of Córdoba, Andalusia, Spain. It is situated in the Campiña Sur Cordobesa region, at an altitude of 450 meters above sea level, and has a population of around 5,000 inhabitants. The climate is typically Mediterranean, with hot, dry summers and mild, wet winters. Santaella has a rich history and heritage, with its origins dating back to the Roman era. The town was later conquered by the Moors and became an important center of the Caliphate of Córdoba. After the Reconquista, Santaella was granted a royal charter by King Alfonso X of Castile in 1273. The town's most notable landmarks include the Church of Santa María de la Asunción, the Palace of the Counts of Santaella, and the Convent of San Francisco.
Geographic Data for Santaella, Andalusia, Spain
| Latitude | 37° 34.000' |
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| Longitude | -4° -51.000' |
| Timezone | Europe/Madrid |