L'Arboç facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
L'Arboç
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Municipality
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"La Giralda", L'Arboç
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 L'Arboç
Location in Catalonia
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Tarragona | |
| Comarca | Baix Penedès | |
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| • Total | 14.1 km2 (5.4 sq mi) | |
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| • Total | 5,505 | |
| • Density | 390.4/km2 (1,011/sq mi) | |
L'Arboç (pronounced "lar-BOHS") is a charming village located in the province of Tarragona. This area is part of Catalonia, which is an autonomous community in Spain. In 2018, about 5,500 people lived in L'Arboç, making it a small but lively place.
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Discovering L'Arboç: A Unique Village
L'Arboç is special because it has some amazing buildings that look like famous landmarks from other parts of Spain. It's like a mini-museum of Spanish architecture!
The Giralda Replica
One of the most famous sights in L'Arboç is a half-scale copy of the Giralda. The original Giralda is a tall bell tower in the city of Seville, in southern Spain. The replica in L'Arboç is smaller, but it still looks very impressive. It was built by a local businessman who loved the original tower.
More Famous Building Copies
The building that holds the Giralda replica also contains other cool copies of famous Spanish places:
- A reproduction of the Court of the Lions from the Alhambra. The Alhambra is a beautiful palace and fortress in Granada, known for its stunning Islamic art and gardens.
- A copy of the Hall of the Ambassadors from the Alcázar of Seville. The Alcázar is another royal palace in Seville, famous for its intricate designs and rich history.
- A reproduction of the Columbus monument from Barcelona. This monument celebrates Christopher Columbus and points towards the sea.
These replicas make L'Arboç a truly unique place to visit, offering a glimpse of Spain's rich architectural heritage all in one village.
Location and Surroundings
L'Arboç is situated in the Baix Penedès area, which is known for its beautiful landscapes. Interestingly, the municipality of L'Arboç has a small part of its land that is separate from the main area. This is called an exclave, and it's located to the north-east of the main village.
See also
In Spanish: Arbós para niños
