View of a village surrounded by trees and mountains in Guadalajara Luis Antonio Carrasco, CC BY-SA 3.0

El Cardoso de la Sierra

Castilla–La Mancha

49Population
187 km²Area
1.27 mElevation
28190Postal code

El Cardoso de la Sierra is a municipality located in the province of Guadalajara, within the autonomous community of Castilla–La Mancha. Characterized by its mountainous terrain and small population, it includes several smaller localities and boasts a rich history and diverse ecology.

02Geography

Situated in the northwestern part of Guadalajara province, El Cardoso de la Sierra borders Segovia and Madrid. The municipality is surrounded by several towns, including Riaza and Santo Tomé del Puerto to the north, and La Hiruela and Montejo de la Sierra to the west.

03History

The origins of El Cardoso de la Sierra date back to at least the 11th century, when it began to be repopulated after the Christian conquest of Buitrago del Lozoya. Over the centuries, it transitioned from being part of the lordship of Mendoza to becoming an independent municipality.

El Cardoso de la Sierra is a small municipality in Guadalajara, known for its mountainous landscape and historical significance.

04Economy and Culture

The economy of El Cardoso de la Sierra primarily relies on livestock farming, with some involvement in construction and small-scale agriculture. The local culture is enriched by various festivals throughout the year.

El Cardoso de la Sierra · Data
Province
Guadalajara
Autonomous community
Castilla–La Mancha
Population
49
Area
187 km²
Elevation
1.27 m
Postal code
28190
Coordinates
41.0925, -3.4636

Photos

Stone bell tower with two bells and cross on top, tree and car in front.
Bell tower of Santiago Apostle church in El Cardoso de la Sierra, with a tree and a car in the foreground.
Panoramic view of a village in a valley surrounded by mountains.
View of El Cardoso from the Cerrón path, surrounded by mountains and greenery.
Mountain landscape with villages and vegetation in the Ayllón mountains.
View of El Cardoso de la Sierra, La Hiruela, and the Ayllón mountains from the Sierra del Rincón near Alto del Porrejón.

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