Agost facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Agost
Location in Province of Alicante
Agost
Location in Valencian Community
Agost
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Alicante | ||
| Comarca | Alacantí | ||
| Judicial district | Novelda | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 66.64 km2 (25.73 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 376 m (1,234 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 4,713 | ||
| • Density | 70.723/km2 (183.17/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Agoster(a) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Official language(s) | Valencian | ||
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Agost is a cool town and a local government area, called a municipality, in the Valencian Community of Spain. It's located in the Province of Alicante, about 18 kilometers (11 miles) from the city of Alicante.
Because Agost is a bit further from the Mediterranean Sea, it didn't get as much busy tourism as other towns. This means it has kept its unique local feel and traditions. For a long time, the main jobs in Agost were making pottery and farming.
Today, many of the old pottery workshops have changed or closed. However, about 11 potteries are still active in the town. Six of these still make traditional pottery by hand. Farming is also still an important way for many families in Agost to earn money.
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Exploring Agost: What to See
Agost has some interesting places to visit that show its history and culture.
Historic Buildings
- The main church is called Sant Pere Apòstol. It's a beautiful old building.
- There's also a small chapel, or hermitage, named Ermita de les Santes Justa i Rufina. It was built in 1821.
- You can find the old ruins of two castles: Castell d'Agost and Castell de la Murta. They offer a glimpse into the town's past.
Pottery Museum
- Agost has a special museum called Museu de Cantereria. It's a pottery museum located in an old pottery complex from the early 1900s. You can learn all about how pottery was made and its importance to the town.
Fun in Agost: Local Festivals
Agost loves to celebrate! The town has several exciting festivals throughout the year.
Winter Festivals
- Santíssima Mare de Déu de la Pau is a festival held from January 15th to 24th. It's a time for religious celebrations and community gatherings.
- El dia de la Vella happens three weeks after Ash Wednesday. It's a unique local tradition.
Summer and Winter Celebrations
- Moros i Cristians is a lively festival that celebrates the history of Spain. It takes place around Saint Peter's day, usually at the end of June. People dress up in amazing costumes and reenact historical events.
- Les danses del Rei Moro are dances held on December 26th. These traditional dances are a fun way to celebrate after Christmas.
See also
In Spanish: Agost para niños
