Boadella i les Escaules facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Boadella i les Escaules
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Municipality
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Escaules castle
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 Boadella i les Escaules
Location in Province of Girona
Boadella i les Escaules
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Community |  Catalonia |
| Province | Girona |
| Comarca | Alt Empordà |
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| • Total | 10.8 km2 (4.2 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 82 m (269 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 269 |
| • Density | 24.91/km2 (64.5/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Boadellenc, boadellenca, escaulenc, escaulenca |
Boadella i les Escaules is a small, charming town in Catalonia, Spain. It's located in the beautiful Province of Girona, specifically in an area called Alt Empordà. This town got its current name in 2004 when the nearby town of Les Escaules joined Boadella d'Empordà. It sits in the peaceful valley of the Muga River.
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Exploring Boadella i les Escaules
Boadella i les Escaules is a municipality, which is like a local government area. It's part of the Alt Empordà comarca, a traditional region in Catalonia. The town is known for its natural beauty and the important river that flows through it.
The Muga River and its Big Dam
The Muga River is super important to Boadella i les Escaules. A large reservoir called Pantà de Boadella was created by building a dam on this river. This reservoir is a popular spot for visitors. It's not just pretty; it also helps to create hydroelectric power, which is electricity made from moving water.
Getting Around Town
Even though it's a small place, Boadella i les Escaules is connected to other nearby villages. Local roads make it easy to travel to places like Biure and Terrades. This helps people get around and explore the surrounding area.
Who Leads the Town?
Like any town, Boadella i les Escaules has a leader. The person in charge is called the Mayor. In 2015, the mayor was Frederic Minobis Egido. The mayor helps make decisions for the community.
How Many People Live Here?
Boadella i les Escaules is a small community. In 2018, about 269 people lived there. The number of people living in the town has changed over the years. For example, in 1900, there were around 504 residents, but by 2007, the population was about 228.
