Roa, Burgos
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| Roa, Spain | |
|---|---|
| Nickname(s): Raudenses/as | |
| Municipality | Roa |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | (PP) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 127 km2 (49 sq mi) |
| • Land | 127 km2 (49 sq mi) |
| Population (2005) | |
| • Total | 2,334 hab. (city proper) |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| • Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) |
| Website | http://www.ayuntamientoderoa.com |
Roa is a Spanish town and municipality in the south of the province of Burgos. It has a population of roughly 3,000 people. The closest airport is in Valladolid.
Roa is the seat of the Regulatory Council for the Designation of Origin (D.O.) Ribera del Duero wine region.
A dish called "Lechazo" is a local speciality. This is roast baby lamb and is usually served with a basic salad and lots of "torta" bread for dipping in the meat juices.
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Coordinates: 41°42′N 3°55′W / 41.7°N 3.917°W
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