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Castile and León
Horcajo de Montemayor is a municipality located in the province of Salamanca, within the autonomous community of Castile and León. Characterized by its rural landscape and historical roots, it is part of the Sierra de Béjar comarca and has a small population of 107 residents.
Horcajo de Montemayor is situated in a region characterized by its diverse vegetation, including oak forests, ash trees, and areas with chestnuts and walnuts. The municipality is bordered by several towns, including Aldeacipreste and Valdefuentes de Sangusín, and features a continental climate with harsh winters and warm summers.
The origins of Horcajo de Montemayor trace back to the repopulation efforts by King Alfonso IX of León around 1227, when the council of Montemayor was established. The municipality became part of Salamanca province in 1833, and its population has fluctuated significantly over the years.
Horcajo de Montemayor is a small municipality in Salamanca, known for its rural landscape and historical significance.
The economy of Horcajo de Montemayor primarily revolves around extensive livestock farming, particularly cattle and sheep. The municipality also hosts small-scale crop cultivation, mainly for personal use.
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