Cedeira facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Cedeira
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Parish of San Andrés de Teixido.
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 Cedeira
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Galicia |
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| Province | A Coruña | ||
| Comarca | Ferrol | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 85.86 km2 (33.15 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 137 m (449 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 6,794 | ||
| • Density | 79.129/km2 (204.943/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
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Cedeira is a cool town, also called a municipality, located in the province of A Coruña in northwestern Spain. It's part of the autonomous community of Galicia. This charming place sits right on the northern coast of the Rías Altas, which are like long, narrow inlets of the sea. As of 2022, Cedeira is home to about 6,626 people.
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Parts of Cedeira: Parishes
Cedeira is divided into smaller areas called parishes. Think of them like neighborhoods or smaller villages that make up the bigger town. Here are the main ones:
- Cedeira (Santa María do Mar)
- Cervo (Santalla)
- Esteiro (San Fiz)
- Montoxo (San Xiao)
- Piñeiro (San Cosme)
- Régoa (Santa María)
- San Román de Montoxo (San Román)
How Many People Live in Cedeira?
The number of people living in Cedeira has changed a lot over the years. This chart shows how the population has grown and shrunk since 1877.
What Cedeira Does for Money
The people of Cedeira have several ways to earn a living.
Fishing Industry
Many people from Cedeira are involved in fishing. They travel far, even to places like South Africa, Terranova in Canada, or the Irish Box, to catch fish. A lot of the fish, especially tuna, is then canned. It's stored in local warehouses and later sent to different parts of Spain and Europe.
Other Important Jobs
Besides fishing, other major activities include farming (growing crops), horse breeding (raising horses), and timber production (cutting wood). Services, like shops and restaurants, are also very important.
A Popular Tourist Spot
Since the late 1980s, Cedeira has become a popular place for vacations. People love to visit its beautiful coast.
Wind Power
You might also see many wind-mill parks in the area around Cedeira, especially in nearby towns like Cariño and A Capela. These giant windmills help create clean energy.
Santo André de Teixido: A Special Place
Close to Cedeira, there's a very old and special place called Santo André (or San Andres). It was a pilgrimage site even before Christianity arrived. People would visit a holy well there.
The chapel at San Andres has parts that are from the 12th century, which is super old! Most of the building you see today was designed in 1789. People have been making Christian pilgrimages here since at least 1391. The cliffs around San Andres are said to be some of the highest in Europe. Imagine standing there and looking out at the vast ocean!
Fun Things to Do in Cedeira
Cedeira loves to celebrate!
Medieval Fair
Each year, the town hosts a small Medieval Fair in one of its main squares. It's like stepping back in time with knights, jesters, and old-fashioned crafts.
Percebe Festival
In July, there's a special food festival dedicated to "Percebe." These are a type of seafood called barnacles. It's a great chance to try local foods and enjoy the festive atmosphere.
See also
In Spanish: Cedeira para niños
