Constantí facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Constantí
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 Constantí
Location in Catalonia
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Tarragona | ||
| Comarca | Tarragonès | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 30.9 km2 (11.9 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 87 m (285 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 6,516 | ||
| • Density | 210.9/km2 (546.2/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Constantinenc | ||
| Postal code |
43120
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Constantí is a small town in Spain. It's located in the province of Tarragona, which is part of the Catalonia region. About 6,500 people live there. It's a place with a long and interesting history!
History of Constantí
Ancient Times
People have lived in Constantí for a very long time. We know this because archaeologists have found old things from the time of the Romans. This shows that the area was settled even thousands of years ago!
The Medieval Village
The modern village of Constantí began in 1153. This was after the area of Siurana was conquered. Constantí was officially given a "town charter" in 1159. A town charter is like a special document that gives a place the right to govern itself.
Later, around 1215, a leader named Archbishop Espàrec de la Barca helped the town grow. He ordered the building of a castle, the first church, and a city wall to protect the people. The castle became a summer home for the Archbishops of Tarragona.
Times of Conflict
Constantí faced many attacks during a period called the Catalan Revolt.
- On January 12, 1641, troops led by Josep Margarit attacked the town.
- In 1642, Marshal La Mothe's troops attacked and used Constantí as a base for their operations.
- In 1649, after being surrounded for two days, the town was taken by troops led by Juan de Garay. During these conflicts, the church and castle were badly damaged.
Later, during the Independence War in 1811, a French general named Louis-Gabriel Suchet managed the siege of Tarragona from Constantí. This shows how important the town's location was during these historical events.
See also
In Spanish: Constantí para niños
