El Masnou facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Masnou
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 El Masnou
Location in Province of Barcelona
El Masnou
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Barcelona | ||
| Comarca | Maresme | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 3.4 km2 (1.3 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 27 m (89 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 23,340 | ||
| • Density | 6,860/km2 (17,780/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Masnoví, masnovina | ||
El Masnou (Catalan for 'the new farmhouse') is a town in Catalonia, Spain. It's located on the coast, near the big city of Barcelona. El Masnou is part of the Maresme region.
This town is a popular place for tourists. It's also a "dormitory town." This means many people live here but travel to Barcelona for work or school.
You can easily get around El Masnou. The main N-II road and a train line run through the town. A local road also connects it to a major highway.
The town center has many interesting buildings. They show different styles of architecture. These include Neoclassical and Modernist designs.
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What to See in El Masnou
El Masnou has some cool places to visit. You can learn about history and the sea.
Museums and History
- The municipal museum has old artifacts. It also shows Catalan ceramics.
- There's a special museum about pharmacy and medicine. It's called the Museu Cusí de Farmàcia.
- Long ago, a Roman village was here. It was called Cal Ros de les Cabres. This was one of the first settlements in the area.
Important Buildings
- Casa de la Vila: This is the town hall. It's a beautiful building. It was designed in the Neoclassical style.
- El Masnou Municipal Nautical Museum: This museum teaches you about the town's connection to the sea. It shows how important the sea has been for El Masnou.
- Casa del Marquès del Masnou: This building belonged to Romà Fabra i Puig. He was given the title of Marquis of El Masnou in 1922.
Town Life and Economy
El Masnou is known for its farming. Farmers here grow many flowers. Carnations are a very important crop.
The town also has some industries. Textile factories are common. There are also businesses that make ceramics, glass, and medicines.
Population Growth
| 1900 | 1930 | 1950 | 1970 | 1986 | 2007 |
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| 3396 | 4604 | 5098 | 10,410 | 15,169 | 21,935 |
El Masnou has grown a lot over the years. In 1900, about 3,400 people lived here. By 2007, the population was over 21,900. This shows how popular the town has become.
Famous People from El Masnou
Many talented people were born in El Masnou.
- Ricky Rubio (born 1990): He is a famous basketball player. He was a top pick in the NBA draft.
- Bruno Saltor Grau: He is a professional football coach. He used to be a player for teams like Chelsea.
- Fèlix Oliver (1856 – 1932): He was a pioneer in cinema. He helped start movies in Uruguay.
- Lluís Millet i Pagès (1867–1941): He was a musician. He founded the famous Catalan choir, Orfeó Català.
- Rosa Sensat (1873 – 1961): She was a teacher. She helped improve public schools in Catalonia in the early 1900s.
- Jordi Pericot i Canaleta (born 1931): He is an artist and designer.
- Jordi Pagans i Monsalvatje (1932-2017): He was a painter.
See also
- In Spanish: Masnou para niños
