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Les Valls de Valira
Municipality
Sant Joan Fumat
Sant Joan Fumat
Coat of arms of Les Valls de Valira
Coat of arms
Les Valls de Valira is located in Province of Lleida
Les Valls de Valira
Les Valls de Valira
Location in Province of Lleida
Les Valls de Valira is located in Catalonia
Les Valls de Valira
Les Valls de Valira
Location in Catalonia
Les Valls de Valira is located in Spain
Les Valls de Valira
Les Valls de Valira
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Bandera de la provincia de Lérida.svg Lleida
Comarca Alt Urgell
Area
 • Total 171.2 km2 (66.1 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 803
 • Density 4.690/km2 (12.148/sq mi)

Les Valls de Valira is a small area in Catalonia, Spain. It is called a "municipality," which is like a local government area. This place is special because it wraps around the southern and southwestern edge of Andorra, a tiny country in the mountains. It even has a small part that is separate from the main area, located to the southeast.

Where is Les Valls de Valira?

This municipality is found in a region of Catalonia called Alt Urgell. It is part of the Province of Lleida. Its location close to Andorra makes it a border area. The name "Valls de Valira" means "Valleys of the Valira," referring to the Valira River that flows through this area.

How Many People Live There?

As of 2018, about 803 people live in Les Valls de Valira. This makes it a very small community. The people who live here are part of the local culture of Catalonia.

Who Leads the Municipality?

Like many towns, Les Valls de Valira has a leader. This person is called the Mayor. In 2015, the mayor was Ricard Mateu Vidal. The mayor helps make decisions for the community.

What Can You See in Les Valls de Valira?

One important historical place in Les Valls de Valira is the Sant Serni de Tavèrnoles monastery. A monastery is a building where monks live and work. This old building is a landmark in the area. It shows the rich history of the region.

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