Els Hostalets de Pierola facts for kids
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Els Hostalets de Pierola
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 Els Hostalets de Pierola
Location in Province of Barcelona
Els Hostalets de Pierola
Location in Catalonia
Els Hostalets de Pierola
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain |
| Community |  Catalonia |
| Province | Barcelona |
| Comarca | Anoia |
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| • Total | 33.5 km2 (12.9 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 474 m (1,555 ft) |
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| • Total | 2,930 |
| • Density | 87.46/km2 (226.5/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | Pierolenc |
Els Hostalets de Pierola is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. It is located in the province of Barcelona. About 2,930 people live there.
The town is made up of several smaller villages. These include Els Hostalets de Pierola itself, and places like els Boscos de Can Martí, Can Fontimarc, and Pierola.
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History of the Town
The area around Els Hostalets de Pierola has a long history. Records mention the castle of Pierola as early as the year 963. This castle was an important place for many centuries. It was owned by different powerful families over time. The last family to own it was the Fontcuberta family. They kept it until the old system of land ownership, called manorialism, ended.
Discovering Ancient Fossils
Els Hostalets de Pierola became famous around the world in 2002. This was because scientists found something amazing there. They discovered the fossil of an ancient ape called Pierolapithecus catalaunicus. This ape lived millions of years ago during the Miocene period. This fossil is very important for understanding how humans evolved. The ape was even named after the town where it was found!
Places to See
The main church in Els Hostalets de Pierola is named after Saint Peter. It was built in 1852. It stands on the spot where an even older Roman temple once was.
There is also another old church in the village of Pierola. It is also dedicated to Saint Peter. This church has Roman origins and was first mentioned in documents from the year 1060.
Near the border with a town called Collbató, you can find a small old chapel. It is called Saint Christopher of Canyelles. This chapel is also Roman and was first written about in 1033.
Fun Events
Els Hostalets de Pierola has a big festival every year in July. It's a time for celebrations and fun. In September, the town also holds a special festival. This festival celebrates wine, which is an important product of the area.
What People Do for Work
The main way people make a living in Els Hostalets de Pierola is through farming. They grow crops like cereals and grapes for wine. There are also some small factories and businesses in the area.
The town also has a very large site for storing trash and other materials. This site is one of the biggest in Catalonia. It helps the town earn a lot of money, which is used to support the community.
Sister Cities
Els Hostalets de Pierola has a special connection with another town. It is twinned with Rivalba in Italy. This means the two towns share friendly ties and learn from each other.
See also
In Spanish: Els Hostalets de Pierola para niños
