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La Pobla de Massaluca
Municipality
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Coat of arms of La Pobla de Massaluca
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La Pobla de Massaluca is located in Catalonia
La Pobla de Massaluca
La Pobla de Massaluca
Location in Catalonia
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Tarragona
Comarca Terra Alta
Area
 • Total 43.4 km2 (16.8 sq mi)
Elevation
5,422,313,123 m (1.7789741217×1010 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 328
 • Density 7.558/km2 (19.57/sq mi)
Climate Csa

La Pobla de Massaluca is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. It is located in an area called Terra Alta. This area is known as a comarca, which is like a region or county in Catalonia. La Pobla de Massaluca is a municipality, meaning it's a self-governing local area.

History of La Pobla de Massaluca

How the Town Began

The town of La Pobla de Massaluca has a long history. Records show that it was first mentioned in the year 1294. However, the town's location back then was not exactly where it is today. People believe that it was once called 'Pobla de Vilabona'.

Knights Hospitaller Connection

From 1531 onwards, La Pobla de Massaluca became part of the Knights Hospitaller order. This was a very old and important group of knights. Their main center in the area was in a nearby town called Vilalba dels Arcs.

What La Pobla de Massaluca Produces

La Pobla de Massaluca is known for its farming. The town mainly produces olive oil. This oil comes from olives grown in the local area. The wine made in La Pobla de Massaluca is also very special and well-regarded.

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