Gaià River facts for kids
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The Gaià River at l'Altrera near Santes Creus
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| Country | Spain |
| Physical characteristics | |
| Main source | Santa Coloma de Queralt |
| River mouth | Mediterranean Sea 0 m (0 ft) |
| Length | 59 km (37 mi) |
| Basin features | |
| Basin size | 423.8 km2 (163.6 sq mi) |
The Gaià is a river in Catalonia, Spain. It is about 59 kilometers (37 miles) long. The river flows through the Tarragona Province and is an important part of the local environment.
The River's Journey
The Gaià River starts in a place called Santa Coloma de Queralt. This area is part of the Catalan Central Depression. The river collects water from the Serra de Brufaganya and Serra de Queralt mountains.
As it flows, the Gaià River carves its way through deep valleys. These valleys are found in the Catalan Pre-Coastal Range. The river then passes near Santes Creus, a famous old monastery.
Finally, the Gaià River reaches the Mediterranean Sea. It flows into the sea near Tamarit Castle in Tarragonès, close to Altafulla. At its mouth, the river forms a special coastal lagoon. This lagoon is separated from the sea by a sandbar. The area where the river meets the sea is a protected area. This means it is kept safe for nature.
Smaller Streams Joining In
A tributary is a smaller stream or river that flows into a larger river. The Gaià River has several tributaries that add to its water. These include:
- Torrent de Claret
- Riu de baix
- Torrent del Biure
- Torrent Sant Magí
- Torrent de Vallespinosa
- Torrent de Rupit
- Torrent Rubio
- Torrent de Pinatelles
- Riu de Boix
- Torrent d'en Serrat
- Torrent de Biany
- L'Escurri
See also
- List of rivers of Catalonia
