Guadacorte facts for kids
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Guadacorte
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Barriada (pedanía)
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 Guadacorte
Location in Province of Cádiz
Guadacorte
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Andalusia |
| Province | Cádiz |
| Comarca | Campo de Gibraltar |
| Municipality | Los Barrios |
| Judicial district | Algeciras |
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| • Total | 1,113 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code |
11370, Railway station: 11379
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| Dialing code | (+34) 956 |
| Official language(s) | Spanish |
Guadacorte is a small village and district in Spain, located in the Province of Cádiz. It's part of the larger municipality of Los Barrios. This charming place sits between two well-known areas: Gibraltar and Algeciras. In 2009, about 1,113 people called Guadacorte home.
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Where is Guadacorte?
Guadacorte is found about eight kilometers (about 5 miles) east of the main town of Los Barrios. It is located on the right side of the Guadarranque River. This river acts as a natural border, separating the towns of San Roque and Los Barrios.
Nearby Towns
If you look north across the river from Guadacorte, you'll find the town of Taraguilla. Just to the south of Guadacorte is another town called Los Cortijillos. These nearby communities make Guadacorte part of a lively area.
What to See in Guadacorte
Guadacorte has some interesting places to visit and natural spots to enjoy.
Historic Chapel
One of the notable buildings in Guadacorte is a chapel that dates back to the 1800s. This old chapel gives visitors a glimpse into the history of the area.
Nature Park and Wetland
Guadacorte is also home to a beautiful park and a wetland area. This wetland has a lake, which is a favorite spot for many birds. You can often see ducks and swans living there all year round. It's a great place to observe nature and enjoy the outdoors.
See also
In Spanish: Guadacorte para niños
