Castellví de la Marca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Castellví de la Marca
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Municipality
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Castellvell de la Marca
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 Castellví de la Marca
Location in Province of Barcelona
Castellví de la Marca
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | .svg){kind=small} Barcelona |
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| Comarca | Alt Penedès | ||
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| • Total | 28.4 km2 (11.0 sq mi) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 1,534 | ||
| • Density | 54.01/km2 (139.90/sq mi) | ||
Castellví de la Marca is a small town, also called a municipality. It is located in Catalonia, a region in Spain. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes.
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What is Castellví de la Marca?
Castellví de la Marca is a special kind of local area. It has its own local government. This government helps manage things for the people who live there. It is like a small independent community.
Where is This Town Located?
This municipality is found in the province of Barcelona. It is part of a larger area called Alt Penedès. This region is famous for its vineyards and wine production. The town is located in the northeastern part of Spain.
How Many People Live Here?
In 2018, about 1,534 people lived in Castellví de la Marca. This makes it a small community. Everyone living there helps make the town special.
What Does the Name Mean?
The name Castellví de la Marca has an interesting history. Castellví means "Old Castle." De la Marca refers to "of the March." A "march" was a border area in old times. So, the name means "Old Castle of the March." This suggests the town once had an important castle. It was likely a border defense.
Who Leads the Town?
Like many towns, Castellví de la Marca has a Mayor. The mayor is the main leader of the town's government. In 2015, Xavier Ramos Pujol was the mayor. The mayor works to improve the town. They also make decisions for the community.
See also
In Spanish: Castellví de la Marca para niños
