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Almaraz

Spain / Caceres / Almaraz /

Almaraz is a town in Cáceres Province, Extremadura, Spain. As of 2005, its population is 1,295. It is on the European route E90. It is the home of the Almaraz Nuclear Power Plant. A solar power macroplant is being built in the town.
The bridge over the Tagus at Almaraz was built by Emperor Carlos I in the 16th Century and was known by the local people as the Albalat Bridge; however, it was destroyed by the Spanish on March 14, 1809 to prevent its use by the French during the Peninsular War. The old bridge at Almaraz has been repaired and can be driven across.
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Coordinates:   39°48'52"N   5°40'34"W
This article was last modified 13 years ago