Dosrius facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Dosrius
Municipality
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Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Barcelona
Comarca	Maresme
Area
• Total	40.7 km2 (15.7 sq mi)
Elevation	147 m (482 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	5,281
• Density	129.75/km2 (336.1/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Dosriuenc, dosriuenca

Dosrius is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. Its name, which means "Two Rivers," comes from the two rivers that meet there. These rivers usually don't flow much, but they can fill up quickly when it rains a lot. Dosrius is located in the Maresme area, close to the Eastern Valleys. The town's coat of arms also shows these two rivers.

What Dosrius is Known For

Dosrius has a mix of different activities that help its economy.

• Making things: The town has factories that produce various goods, especially textiles (like fabrics and clothes). It's also home to one of the "Torres" crisp factories, where yummy potato chips are made!
• Tourism: Many visitors come to Dosrius.
  • There's a special place called a Donkey Sanctuary, which takes care of donkeys.
  • You can also find a big adventure park, perfect for fun outdoor activities.
  • The beautiful natural areas around Dosrius attract many people who love walking and horse riding.

People and Homes

The main village of Dosrius has people who live there all year round. The nearby village of Canyamars, which is part of Dosrius, also has many permanent residents.

However, Dosrius also has several neighborhoods called "urbanizations," like Can Canyamars, Can Massuet, and Can Figueras. These areas are mostly filled with second homes, meaning people own them but only stay there for holidays or weekends.

Here's how the population of Dosrius has grown over the years:

Places to See

Dosrius has several interesting historical and natural places to visit:

• Esglèsia de Sant Andreu del Far: This is the Church of Saint Andrew of El Far. Inside, you can find the tombs of important people called the Counts of Bell-Lloc.
• Santuari del Corredor: This is a beautiful sanctuary (a type of monastery) built in the 16th century. It's located inside the Corredor Natural Park, a great place for nature lovers.
• Església de Sant Esteve: This is the Church of Saint Steven, located in the village of Canyamars.
• Dosrius Castle: The remains of an old castle that tells stories of the past.
• Pou de glaç: This is an "Ice Well," which is a semi-underground building used long ago to store ice. It's located on the edge of Canyamars.

Famous People from Dosrius

• Esteve Albert: He was a well-known writer and politician.
• Joan of Canyamars: A farmer from Canyamars who was involved in a conflict against Ferdinand II of Aragon in Barcelona.

See also

• In Spanish: Dosríus para niños