Alòs de Balaguer facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Alòs de Balaguer
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 Alòs de Balaguer
Location in Catalonia
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| Country | Spain |
| Community | Catalonia |
| Province | Lleida |
| Comarca | La Noguera |
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| • Total | 69.1 km2 (26.7 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 297 m (974 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 131 |
| • Density | 1.896/km2 (4.910/sq mi) |
| Demonyms | Alosenc, alosenca |
| Postal code |
25135
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| Area code(s) | +34 |
Alòs de Balaguer (pronounced a-LOZ day bah-lah-GAIR) is a small town in the Noguera area of Catalonia, Spain. It is located in the province of Lleida. This quiet place is known as a municipality, which is like a local government area.
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About Alòs de Balaguer
Alòs de Balaguer is a very small community. It has only a few people living there. This means there are about 2.2 people for every square kilometer. The town is a peaceful spot in the Spanish countryside.
Location and Geography
Alòs de Balaguer is found in the Noguera region. This region is a comarca, which is a type of county in Catalonia, Spain. It is part of the Lleida province. The town is situated near the Pyrenees mountains.
The Segre River
A very important feature of Alòs de Balaguer is the Segre River. This river flows close to the town. In some parts, the Segre River can be more than 50 feet deep!
The river starts in the southern Pyrenees mountains. It then flows through an area with soft, layered rocks. After this, it enters a narrow and deep valley called a gorge. This gorge is near Alòs de Balaguer. The river then continues towards the towns of Camarasa and Balaguer.
Life in Alòs de Balaguer
Because Alòs de Balaguer is so small, it has very few businesses. There is one vineyard, which is a place where grapes are grown to make wine. There is also one restaurant. The quiet setting and the nearby river make it a unique place.
See also
In Spanish: Alós de Balaguer para niños
