Gavà facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gavà
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Municipality
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Ermita de Bruguers
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 Gavà
Location in Province of Barcelona
Gavà
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Barcelona | ||
| Comarca | Baix Llobregat | ||
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| • Total | 30.8 km2 (11.9 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 9 m (30 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 46,705 | ||
| • Density | 1,516.4/km2 (3,927/sq mi) | ||
Gavà is a town in Catalonia, Spain. It is located in the Baix Llobregat area, which is a part of the province of Barcelona. Gavà sits right on the coast of the Mediterranean Sea. It is found between the towns of Viladecans and Castelldefels.
Gavà has a lovely beach. The town is split into two main parts. There is the main city area and a coastal part called Gavà Mar. "Mar" means "sea" in Catalan.
The person in charge of Gavà is called the mayor. The current mayor belongs to the Socialists' Party of Catalonia.
Learning in Gavà
Gavà is home to some international schools. These schools offer different ways of learning.
- The Lycée Français de Gavà Bon Soleil is a French international school. Students there follow the French education system.
- The British College of Gavà is another international school. It follows the British education system.
How Many People Live in Gavà?
Gavà has grown a lot over the years. In 1900, only about 1,825 people lived there. By 1970, the population had jumped to over 24,000. In 2007, about 44,678 people called Gavà home. This shows how much the town has developed.
Sports and Fun in Gavà
Sports are an important part of life in Gavà.
- CF Gavà is the local football team. They play soccer and represent the town in sports.
Find Out More
You can learn even more about Gavà!
- In Spanish: Gavá para niños
