Luarca facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ḷḷuarca
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| Country |  Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Asturias |
| Province | Asturias |
| Comarca | Comarca Vaqueira |
| Municipality | Valdés |
| Area | |
| • Total | 5.84 km2 (2.25 sq mi) |
| Highest elevation | 110 m (360 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 4,670 (parish) |
| • Density | 799.7/km2 (2,071/sq mi) |
| Demonym(s) | luarqués/luarquesa |
Luarca is a beautiful town in Asturias, Spain. Its official name in Asturian is Ḷḷuarca. It is the main town in the Valdés area.
Luarca is a busy port where fishing boats and pleasure boats dock. In 2021, about 4,670 people lived here. The town is about 90 kilometers (56 miles) from Oviedo, the capital city of Asturias. A very famous scientist, Severo Ochoa, who won the Nobel Prize for Medicine in 1959, was born in Luarca. People love Luarca for its amazing buildings, pretty views, delicious food, and fun places to visit. The San Timoteo festival happens every August and brings thousands of visitors.
The Museo del Calamar Gigante (Giant Squid Museum) was once in Luarca. It was the only museum in the world dedicated to the giant squid. A storm destroyed it in 2014, but it reopened in a new spot in the town center in 2022.
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Exploring Luarca
Luarca offers many interesting places to see and things to do. It has a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.
The Way of St. James
The famous Way of St. James passes through Luarca. This historic route, known as The Northern Way (Camino de la Costa), is used by pilgrims walking to Santiago de Compostela.
Luarca's Economy
For hundreds of years, fishing and farming have been very important to Luarca. These activities help the local people earn a living. Luarca is also home to the ALSA bus company, which provides transportation for many people.
Weather in Luarca
Luarca has warm summers, which are great for visitors. The winters are usually mild, meaning they are not too cold. However, strong storms can happen in the autumn months.
Places to Visit
There are several interesting spots to explore in Luarca:
- The Fishery Harbour: See the fishing boats and the daily catch.
- Palace of the Marquis of Ferrera: A historic building with beautiful architecture.
- Lighthouse of Luarca: Offers great views of the coast.
- Giant Squid Museum: Learn about these mysterious deep-sea creatures.
Famous People from Luarca
- Severo Ochoa (1905–1993): He was a doctor and a biochemist. He won the Nobel Prize in 1959 for his important work in medicine.
Villages in Luarca Parish
The Luarca parish includes several smaller villages. Here are their populations from 2021:
- Luarca (town): 3,620 people
- Almuña: 870 people
- Fontoria: 92 people
- Barceļļina: 87 people
- Portizuelo: 1 person
Images for kids
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Boats in the harbour, Luarca, Spain.
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Luarca cemetery
See also
In Spanish: Luarca para niños
