Arres facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Arres
Location in Catalonia
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| Sovereign state |  Spain |
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| Country |  Catalonia |
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| Terçon | Irissa | |
| Region | Aran | |
| Province | Lleida | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 11.6 km2 (4.5 sq mi) | |
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| • Total | 63 | |
| • Density | 5.43/km2 (14.07/sq mi) | |
Arres (pronounced like "AH-res") is a small town, also known as a municipality, located in the beautiful western part of Val d'Aran in Catalonia, Spain. It's a very quiet place, home to about 61 people as of 2022. This charming village is part of a local division called a terçon, specifically the one named Irissa.
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Where is Arres Located?
Arres is nestled in the Pyrenees mountains, which are found in northeastern Spain. It's part of the Val d'Aran, a special valley that has its own unique culture and language. The town is quite small, covering an area of about 11.6 square kilometers (around 4.5 square miles).
What is a Municipality?
A municipality is like a local government area. It's a town or a group of villages that are managed together. Arres is one of these municipalities, meaning it has its own local leaders who help run things for the people living there.
What is a Terçon?
A terçon is a traditional way of dividing the Val d'Aran region. Think of it like a district or a specific area within the valley. Arres belongs to the Irissa terçon, which helps organize the different parts of Val d'Aran.
Who Lives in Arres?
Arres is one of the smallest municipalities in the region when it comes to population. In 2022, only 61 people lived there. This makes it a very peaceful and close-knit community. The population count helps us understand how many people call Arres home.
How is Arres Governed?
Like any municipality, Arres has a local government. The main leader is called the Mayor. As of 2015, the mayor of Arres was Pere Castet Farré. He was part of a political group called Aranese Democratic Convergence (CDA). The mayor and the local council work to make decisions for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Arrés (Lérida) para niños
