Gorguja facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Gorguja
Gorguja
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 Gorguja
Location in Catalonia
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Catalonia |
| Province | Girona |
| Comarca | Cerdanya |
| Judicial district | Puigcerdà |
| Elevation | 1,244 m (4,081 ft) |
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| • Total | 38 |
| Demonym(s) | Gorgujar |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Gorguja is a small village located in a very special part of Spain. It's part of an area called an "exclave." Imagine a piece of one country completely surrounded by another country. That's what an exclave is!
Gorguja is in the Spanish exclave that surrounds the town of Llívia. This whole area is completely surrounded by France.
Location and Unique Access
Gorguja is found north-west of a town called Puigcerdà. What makes Gorguja unique is how you get there. If you want to travel to Gorguja from the rest of Spain, you actually have to drive through a short part of France first! This is because of its special location as an exclave.
Village Life and Population
Gorguja is a very small village. In 2005, only about 38 people lived there. This means it's a quiet place, likely with a close-knit community. The people who live in Gorguja are called Gorgujars.
Geography and Surroundings
The village is located in the Cerdanya region, which is known for its beautiful mountain landscapes. Gorguja sits at an elevation of 1244 meters (about 4081 feet) above sea level. This high elevation means it's often cooler and has different plant life than areas closer to the coast.
