Bàscara facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Bàscara
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Municipality
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Church of saints Iscle and Victoria, in Bàscara
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 Bàscara
Location in Province of Girona
Bàscara
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Girona | ||
| Comarca | Alt Empordà | ||
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| • Total | 17.5 km2 (6.8 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,000 | ||
| • Density | 57/km2 (150/sq mi) | ||
Bàscara (pronounced like BAH-skah-rah) is a small town in Spain. It is also a municipality, which means it's a local government area. Think of it like a small county or district with its own town council.
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Where is Bàscara Located?
Bàscara is found in a part of Spain called Catalonia. Catalonia is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities," which are like large regions with their own governments.
Inside Catalonia
Within Catalonia, Bàscara is in the Province of Girona. A province is a smaller administrative area, similar to a state in some countries.
The Alt Empordà Region
The town is part of a special area known as the comarca of Alt Empordà. A comarca is a traditional region in Catalonia, often with shared history and geography.
Facts and Figures About Bàscara
Bàscara is a small community with a close-knit feel. It has a mayor who helps lead the town.
How Big is Bàscara?
The total area of Bàscara is about 17.5 square kilometers. That's roughly 6.7 square miles.
How Many People Live There?
As of 2018, about 1,000 people lived in Bàscara. This makes it a small but lively town.
Images for kids
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Church of saints Iscle and Victoria, in Bàscara
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The official shield of Bàscara
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The flag of Bàscara
See also
In Spanish: Báscara para niños
