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The municipality of '''Boñar''' ({{IPA-es|boˈɲaɾ}}) is located in the [[León (province)|province of León]], [[Castile and León]], Spain. As per the 2010 [[census]] ([[Instituto Nacional de Estadística (Spain)|INE]]), the municipality has a population of 2,085 inhabitants with almost all of the residents living in the main town of Boñar. In addition to Boñar, the municipality includes the villages of [[Adrados (Boñar)|Adrados]], [[Barrio de las Ollas]], [[Las Bodas]], [[Cerecedo (Boñar)|Cerecedo]], [[Colle (Boñar)|Colle]], [[Llama (Boñar)|Llama]], [[Felechas (Boñar)|Felechas]], [[Grandoso]], [[Orones]], [[Oville]], [[Poblado del Pantano del Porma|Poblado del Pantano]], [[Remellán]], [[Rucayo]], [[Valdecastillo]], [[Valdehuesa]], La Vega de Boñar, [[Veneros (Boñar)|Veneros]], [[Vozmediano (Boñar)|Vozmediano]], and [[Voznuevo]]. Most surrounding villages in the municipality of Boñar have between 10 and 30 permanent residents, but some of the larger villages have up to 250 villagers.
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The municipality of '''Boñar''' ({{IPA-es|boˈɲar}}) is located in the [[León (province)|province of León]], [[Castile and León]], [[Spain]]. According to the 2010 [[census]] ([[Instituto Nacional de Estadística (Spain)|INE]]), the municipality has a population of 2,085 inhabitants with almost all of the residents living in the main town of Boñar. In addition to Boñar, the municipality includes the villages of Adrados, Barrio de las Ollas, Las Bodas, Cerecedo, Llama de Colle, Felechas, Grandoso, Orones, Oville, Poblado del Pantano, Rucayo, Valdecastillo, Valdehuesa, La Vega de Boñar, Veneros, Vozmediano, and Voznuevo. Most surrounding villages in the municipality of Boñar have between 10 and 30 permanent residents. A few larger villages may have as many as 250 villagers.


==The Town of Boñar==
==The Town of Boñar==
For most of the year, the town of Boñar can be characterized as a sleepy town. Each summer however, the population of Boñar surges because it is a popular vacation destination for people from northern Spain seeking to escape the crowded coastal cities in the north. Many vacationers in Boñar own summer homes there and return year after year for their summer holiday. The rural setting is ideal for enjoying outdoor activities.<ref>http://www.pueblos-espana.org/castilla+y+leon/leon/bonar/ Pueblos Boñar entry</ref>
Boñar, a typically tranquil town, experiences a surge in population during summer. It serves as a favored getaway for northern Spaniards seeking refuge from bustling coastal cities. Many own summer homes there and revisit annually, drawn to the rural setting ideal for outdoor activities. <ref>http://www.pueblos-espana.org/castilla+y+leon/leon/bonar/ {{Webarchive|url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080707015955/http://www.pueblos-espana.org/castilla+y+leon/leon/bonar/ |date=2008-07-07 }} Pueblos Boñar entry</ref>


A popular way to spend daytime hours in Boñar is at ''El Soto''. ''El Soto'' is a large municipal park with a snack bar, swimming pool, camping, ball fields, tennis courts and the river Porma for boating and fishing. The nature preserve the ''Parque Regional de los Picos de Europa'' is also a popular destination for enjoying outdoor activities. In spring and summer, the pine and deciduous forests in the mountains throughout the region are destinations for hiking and exploring. In winter, skiing and other winter sports are popular activities.
A popular way to spend daytime hours in Boñar is at ''El Soto''. ''El Soto'' is a large municipal park with a snack bar, swimming pool, camping, ball fields, tennis courts and the river Porma for boating and fishing. The nature preserve the ''Parque Regional de los Picos de Europa'' is also a popular destination for enjoying outdoor activities. In spring and summer, the pine and deciduous forests in the mountains throughout the region are destinations for hiking and exploring. In winter, skiing and other winter sports are popular activities.


Enjoyed by locals and tourists is the beautiful reservoir the ''Pantano de Vegamián''. The creation of the reservoir in 1968 necessitated the submersion of six small villages with dwindling populations. The towns were disincorporated and evacuated.<ref>http://www.vegamian.net/principal.htm Vegamian.net</ref> Visitors to the Pantano de Vegamián go not only to observe the natural beauty of the reservoir, but also to catch a glimpse of the villages below the surface which can be discerned due to the water's clarity. In addition to offering a beautiful and interesting panorama, the reservoir is now an important source of water and electricity for much of León province. For some locals, however, it is a painful reminder of a lost past which will never be reclaimed.
Visited by locals and tourists is the reservoir the ''Pantano de Vegamián''. The creation of the reservoir in 1968 necessitated the submersion of six small villages with dwindling populations. The towns were disincorporated and evacuated.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.vegamian.net/principal.htm |title=Pantano de Porma |access-date=2008-08-13 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20081120134448/http://www.vegamian.net/principal.htm |archive-date=2008-11-20 }} Vegamian.net</ref> Visitors to the ''Pantano de Vegamián'' go not only to observe the natural environment of the reservoir, but also to catch a glimpse of the villages below the surface which can be discerned due to the water's clarity. In addition to offering an interesting panorama, the reservoir is now an important source of water and electricity for much of León province. For some locals, however, it is a painful reminder of a lost past which will never be reclaimed.{{citation needed|date=May 2017}}


Socializing, eating and drinking are a major part of daily life in Boñar. The evening stroll, the ''paseo'' is also a compenent of social life in Boñar.
Socializing, eating and drinking are a major part of daily life in Boñar.{{citation needed|date=May 2017}} The evening stroll, the ''paseo,'' is also a component of social life in Boñar.
[[Image:Bonar outskirts.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Rural outskirts of Boñar.]] Young and old stroll around the town square, the ''Plaza del Negrillon'' or down the main street, the ''Avenida de la Constitución'' and surrounding streets exchanging greetings, light conversation, and stopping for a snack or drink before continuing on. The approximately 15 bars, cafes and restaurants in Boñar function as the arena for most of the community activities in the village.<ref>http://www.xn--boar-hqa.net/guia.html Boñar.net.</ref> In typical Spanish fashion, restaurants and bars serve a dual purpose. By day restaurants offer patrons a quiet place to enjoy local cuisine, board and card games, and free cable television. By night restaurants in Boñar transform into discos crammed with young people enjoying music, dancing and drinking.
[[Image:Bonar outskirts.jpg|thumb|right|250px|Rural outskirts of Boñar.]] Young and old stroll around the town square, the ''Plaza del Negrillon'' or down the main street, the ''Avenida de la Constitución'' and surrounding streets exchanging greetings, light conversation, and stopping for a snack or drink before continuing on.{{citation needed|date=May 2017}} The approximately 15 bars, cafes and restaurants in Boñar function as the arena for most of the community activities in the village.<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.xn--boar-hqa.net/guia.html |title=Boņar.net |access-date=2008-08-13 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080905083109/http://www.xn--boar-hqa.net/guia.html |archive-date=2008-09-05 }} Boñar.net.</ref>


The most important social events in Boñar are the three festivals in honor of Catholic saints. These festivals function as both religious and social events. All three events are centered around the Catholic Church, ''the Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro de Boñar'' situated in the ''Plaza del Negrillon''. Activities include religious services, parades, and an evening carnival with games, food vendors, a beer garden and live music. The festivals celebrated in Boñar are: June 29 – the Festival of Apostle Saint Peter, August 16 the Festival Saint Roch, and October 12 – the Festival of the Patron Saint Pilar which is also Hispanic Day the [[día de la Hispanidad]].<ref>http://www.aytobonar.com Ayuntamiento de Boñar</ref>
Boñar holds three festivals in honor of Catholic saints. These festivals function as both religious and social events. All three events are centered on the Catholic Church, ''the Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro de Boñar'' situated in the ''Plaza del Negrillon''. Activities include religious services, parades, and an evening carnival with games, food vendors, a beer garden and live music. The festivals celebrated in Boñar are:
•&nbsp;June 29 – the Festival of Apostle Saint Peter, August 16 the Festival Saint Roch
• October 12 – the Festival of the Patron Saint Pilar which is also Hispanic Day the [[día de la Hispanidad]].<ref>{{cite web|url=http://www.aytobonar.com |title=Ayuntamiento de Boñar &#91;León&#93; - Pagina Web Oficial |access-date=2008-08-13 |url-status=dead |archive-url=https://web.archive.org/web/20080827230913/http://www.aytobonar.com/ |archive-date=2008-08-27 }} Ayuntamiento de Boñar</ref>


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Boñar
Coat of arms of Boñar
Coat of arms
Boñar is located in Spain
Boñar
Boñar
Coordinates: 42°52′0″N 5°19′22″W / 42.86667°N 5.32278°W / 42.86667; -5.32278
CountrySpain
Autonomous communityCastile and León
ProvinceLeón
MunicipalityBoñar
Government
 • MayorRoberto Manuel Álvarez González (PSOE)
Area
 • Total180.62 km2 (69.74 sq mi)
Elevation
972 m (3,189 ft)
Population
 (2018)[1]
 • Total1,850
 • Density10/km2 (27/sq mi)
Demonymboñarense
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal Code
24850
Telephone prefix987
WebsiteBoñar

The municipality of Boñar (Spanish pronunciation: [boˈɲaɾ]) is located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain. As per the 2010 census (INE), the municipality has a population of 2,085 inhabitants with almost all of the residents living in the main town of Boñar. In addition to Boñar, the municipality includes the villages of Adrados, Barrio de las Ollas, Las Bodas, Cerecedo, Colle, Llama, Felechas, Grandoso, Orones, Oville, Poblado del Pantano, Remellán, Rucayo, Valdecastillo, Valdehuesa, La Vega de Boñar, Veneros, Vozmediano, and Voznuevo. Most surrounding villages in the municipality of Boñar have between 10 and 30 permanent residents, but some of the larger villages have up to 250 villagers.

The Town of Boñar[edit]

Boñar, a typically tranquil town, experiences a surge in population during summer. It serves as a favored getaway for northern Spaniards seeking refuge from bustling coastal cities. Many own summer homes there and revisit annually, drawn to the rural setting ideal for outdoor activities. [2]

A popular way to spend daytime hours in Boñar is at El Soto. El Soto is a large municipal park with a snack bar, swimming pool, camping, ball fields, tennis courts and the river Porma for boating and fishing. The nature preserve the Parque Regional de los Picos de Europa is also a popular destination for enjoying outdoor activities. In spring and summer, the pine and deciduous forests in the mountains throughout the region are destinations for hiking and exploring. In winter, skiing and other winter sports are popular activities.

Visited by locals and tourists is the reservoir the Pantano de Vegamián. The creation of the reservoir in 1968 necessitated the submersion of six small villages with dwindling populations. The towns were disincorporated and evacuated.[3] Visitors to the Pantano de Vegamián go not only to observe the natural environment of the reservoir, but also to catch a glimpse of the villages below the surface which can be discerned due to the water's clarity. In addition to offering an interesting panorama, the reservoir is now an important source of water and electricity for much of León province. For some locals, however, it is a painful reminder of a lost past which will never be reclaimed.[citation needed]

Socializing, eating and drinking are a major part of daily life in Boñar.[citation needed] The evening stroll, the paseo, is also a component of social life in Boñar.

Rural outskirts of Boñar.

Young and old stroll around the town square, the Plaza del Negrillon or down the main street, the Avenida de la Constitución and surrounding streets exchanging greetings, light conversation, and stopping for a snack or drink before continuing on.[citation needed] The approximately 15 bars, cafes and restaurants in Boñar function as the arena for most of the community activities in the village.[4]

Boñar holds three festivals in honor of Catholic saints. These festivals function as both religious and social events. All three events are centered on the Catholic Church, the Iglesia Parroquial de San Pedro de Boñar situated in the Plaza del Negrillon. Activities include religious services, parades, and an evening carnival with games, food vendors, a beer garden and live music. The festivals celebrated in Boñar are:

• June 29 – the Festival of Apostle Saint Peter, August 16 the Festival Saint Roch

• October 12 – the Festival of the Patron Saint Pilar which is also Hispanic Day the día de la Hispanidad.[5]

References[edit]

  1. ^ Municipal Register of Spain 2018. National Statistics Institute.
  2. ^ http://www.pueblos-espana.org/castilla+y+leon/leon/bonar/ Archived 2008-07-07 at the Wayback Machine Pueblos Boñar entry
  3. ^ "Pantano de Porma". Archived from the original on 2008-11-20. Retrieved 2008-08-13. Vegamian.net
  4. ^ "Boņar.net". Archived from the original on 2008-09-05. Retrieved 2008-08-13. Boñar.net.
  5. ^ "Ayuntamiento de Boñar [León] - Pagina Web Oficial". Archived from the original on 2008-08-27. Retrieved 2008-08-13. Ayuntamiento de Boñar
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