The "vara castellana" is a historical unit of length that was used in Spain. It was commonly used for land measurement and other purposes in various regions of Spain, especially in the Castile region, which is why it is called the "castellana" vara. The exact length of the vara castellana could vary by region and historical period.
In general, the vara castellana was approximately 835.9 millimeters or about 32.91 inches in length. However, variations existed, and in different parts of Spain and at different times in history, the length of the vara castellana could differ slightly.
Like many historical units of measurement, the vara castellana has largely been replaced by more standardized and modern systems of measurement, such as the metric system. In contemporary Spain, the metric system is the standard for length measurement.
"Vara conuquera" is a term used in some Spanish-speaking regions, particularly in parts of the Caribbean and Central America, to refer to a traditional unit of length used for land measurement. The specific length of a "vara conuquera" can vary by region, but it is typically longer than a standard "vara" and is often used in rural and agricultural contexts.
In many regions where this term is used, a "vara conuquera" can be approximately 3 to 4 meters (about 9.8 to 13.1 feet) in length. Like other regional units of measurement, the exact length may vary depending on local customs and practices.
The term "conuquera" is associated with small-scale farming or agriculture, and "vara conuquera" is used for measuring land plots or boundaries in agricultural settings. It's important to note that "vara conuquera" is a localized and regional unit of measurement and may not be widely recognized or used in other Spanish-speaking countries or regions. Modern standardized units like meters or feet are more commonly used for land measurement in contemporary contexts.