Garrigoles facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Garrigoles
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Municipality
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St. Sadurní church, Garrigoles
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 Garrigoles
Location in Province of Girona
Garrigoles
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Community |  Catalonia |
| Province | .svg){kind=small} Girona |
| Comarca | Baix Empordà |
| Area | |
| • Total | 9.4 km2 (3.6 sq mi) |
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| • Total | 175 |
| • Density | 18.62/km2 (48.2/sq mi) |
Garrigoles (pronounced gə-ri-ˈɣo-ləs) is a small village in Spain. It is part of the Girona province and the Catalonia region. A province is like a large county, and an autonomous community is a region with its own government, like a state.
Garrigoles is also a municipality, which means it's a local area with its own government. The village covers about 9.4 square kilometers. In 2018, about 175 people lived there.
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Where is Garrigoles Located?
Garrigoles is found in the northeastern part of Spain. It is in the Province of Girona, which is part of the larger Catalonia region. This area is known for its beautiful landscapes and rich history.
What is a Comarca?
Garrigoles is part of a comarca called Baix Empordà. A comarca is a traditional region in Catalonia, a bit like a district. It helps organize local areas.
People and Governance
The village of Garrigoles has a local government led by a Mayor. As of 2015, the mayor was Josep Gibert Martí. The mayor and local council help manage the village and its services for the people living there.
Images for kids
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The St. Sadurní church in Garrigoles.
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A friendly robot.
See Also
- In Spanish: Garrigolas para niños (Garrigolas for kids)
