# Alcanena > human settlement in Portugal **Wikidata**: [Q31877477](https://www.wikidata.org/wiki/Q31877477) **Source**: https://4ort.xyz/entity/alcanena ## Summary Alcanena is a human settlement located in the Santarém district of Portugal, with an elevation of 85 meters above sea level and coordinates at approximately 39.4589°N, -8.6689°E. It operates on Western European Time and has the UN/LOCODE designation PTALC. ## Key Facts - Human settlement in Portugal with a population classification as both a capital city (since 1914-05-08) and a town of Portugal (since 1914-05-08) - Located in the Santarém district with coordinates 39.458888888889, -8.6688888888889 - Elevation above sea level is 85 meters - Operates on Western European Time timezone - Has UN/LOCODE designation PTALC - Associated with the geonames identifier 2272189 and openweathermap city ID 2272189 - Features a coat of arms with the image URL https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/ACN.png - Has a Wikipedia page with content available in Cebuano (ceb) and Commons languages - The settlement has 2 sitelink references across different platforms - Associated with the commons category "Alcanena (vila)" and who's on first ID 101831287 - Wikidata description confirms it as a human settlement in Portugal with GNS unique feature ID -2157458 ## FAQs - What is the administrative classification of Alcanena? Alcanena is classified as both a capital city and a town of Portugal, with this classification dating back to May 8, 1914. - What is the geographical location of Alcanena? Alcanena is situated in the Santarém district of Portugal, with coordinates approximately 39.4589° north latitude and -8.6689° east longitude. - What is the elevation of Alcanena? The settlement has an elevation of 85 meters above sea level. - What time zone is Alcanena in? Alcanena operates on Western European Time. - What is the UN/LOCODE for Alcanena? The UN/LOCODE designation for Alcanena is PTALC. ## Why It Matters Alcanena serves as an important administrative and residential center within the Santarém district of Portugal. Its classification as both a capital city and a town provides it with specific administrative status and responsibilities within the regional governance structure. The settlement's geographical position and infrastructure (including its designated UN/LOCODE and elevation data) contribute to its role as a functional community within the broader Portuguese administrative framework. The presence of official identifiers like the geonames ID and openweathermap city ID indicates its significance as a recognized urban center with standardized data for navigation, weather services, and administrative purposes. ## Notable For - Alcanena is distinguished by its dual administrative classification as both a capital city and a town of Portugal, established in 1914 - The settlement maintains official identifiers including UN/LOCODE PTALC, geonames ID 2272189, and openweathermap city ID 2272189 - It features a distinct coat of arms represented by the image at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/ACN.png - The settlement has a Wikipedia presence with content available in multiple languages including Cebuano and Commons - Alcanena is categorized under the commons category "Alcanena (vila)" which helps in organizing and identifying the settlement within Wikimedia projects ## Body ### General Information Alcanena is a human settlement located in the Santarém district of Portugal. The settlement operates under the Western European Time timezone and has an elevation of 85 meters above sea level. Its geographical coordinates are approximately 39.458888888889° north latitude and -8.6688888888889° east longitude. The settlement is identified by several unique identifiers including the geonames ID 2272189 and the openweathermap city ID 2272189. These identifiers help in standardizing the location's representation across different digital platforms and services. ### Administrative Classification According to the provided references, Alcanena has been classified as both a capital city and a town of Portugal since May 8, 1914. This dual classification provides the settlement with specific administrative status and responsibilities within the Portuguese regional governance structure. ### Location and Geography Alcanena is situated within the Santarém district, which is one of the administrative regions of Portugal. The settlement's position is marked by its coordinates and elevation data, which are important for geographical and navigational purposes. The settlement's geographical position influences its climate, infrastructure development, and relationship with surrounding communities. The elevation of 85 meters above sea level indicates it's situated at a moderate height above sea level, which may affect local weather patterns and settlement characteristics. ### Official Identifiers and Classification The settlement maintains multiple official identifiers that help distinguish it from other locations: - UN/LOCODE: PTALC - Geonames ID: 2272189 - Openweathermap city ID: 2272189 - GNS unique feature ID: -2157458 These identifiers are crucial for international and regional data exchange, weather services, and administrative purposes. ### Visual and Cultural Representation Alcanena is represented through various visual resources: - A view of the settlement is available at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/Vista_de_Alcanena.JPG - The settlement's coat of arms is depicted at https://commons.wikimedia.org/wiki/Special:FilePath/ACN.png These visual representations help in identifying and understanding the cultural and historical aspects of the settlement. ### Language and Digital Presence The settlement has a Wikipedia page with content available in multiple languages, including Cebuano (ceb) and Commons. This indicates its presence in international digital knowledge repositories and its accessibility to diverse linguistic communities. The settlement maintains a sitelink count of 2 across different platforms, suggesting its presence in at least two major online knowledge bases or reference systems. ### Administrative Relationships Alcanena is part of the Santarém district, which is a first-level administrative subdivision of Portugal. This relationship establishes the settlement's position within the broader Portuguese administrative hierarchy. The settlement's classification as both a capital city and a town provides it with specific administrative relationships with higher-level governmental entities and regional authorities. ## References 1. GEOnet Names Server. 2018 2. [Source](https://dre.pt/application/conteudo/664934) 3. [Source](https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/pt.htm)