Malpica de Bergantiños facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Malpica de Bergantiños
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Town view and Praia de Area Maior, Malpica.
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 Malpica de Bergantiños
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Galicia |
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| Province | A Coruña | ||
| Comarca | Bergantiños | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 61.22 km2 (23.64 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 387 m (1,270 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 5,447 | ||
| • Density | 88.974/km2 (230.44/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
Malpica de Bergantiños, often called just Malpica, is a town in northwestern Spain. It is a municipality in the province of A Coruña. This area is part of Galicia, which is an autonomous community in Spain. Malpica is located about 52 kilometers (32 miles) from the city of A Coruña. It belongs to the comarca (a type of region) called Bergantiños.
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Culture and Heritage
Malpica de Bergantiños is known for its rich history and connection to the sea.
The Way of the Lighthouses
The town is part of the "Way of the Lighthouses" route. This is a walking path that connects Malpica with Fisterra. It follows the coastline, passing by many lighthouses. This route is a great way to explore the beautiful and rugged "Costa da Morte" (Coast of Death).
Marine Traditions
Malpica is famous for its strong marine heritage. This means the town's culture is deeply connected to the ocean and fishing. One important celebration that shows this is the Festa do Mar (Festival of the Sea). During this festival, people celebrate the town's fishing traditions and the importance of the sea to their lives.
Historic Buildings
You can find the church of Santiago de Mens in Malpica. This church is built in the Romanesque style, which means it's very old, dating back to the 12th century. Another interesting historical site is the dolmen of Pedra da Arca. A dolmen is an ancient stone structure, often used as a tomb.
Natural Wonders
Malpica is surrounded by interesting natural features.
The Sisargas Islands
Right in front of Malpica are the Illas Sisargas (Sisargas Islands). This is a small group of islands, also known as an archipelago. These islands are a safe place for many different kinds of marine birds to live and find shelter. They are an important spot for wildlife.
Population History
The study of how populations change over time is called demography. Here is a timeline showing how the number of people living in Malpica de Bergantiños has changed over the years.
International Connections
Malpica de Bergantiños has special connections with other towns.
Sister Cities
Malpica de Bergantiños is "twinned" with another town. This means they have a special friendship and often share culture or ideas.
Malpica de Tajo, Castilla-La Mancha, Spain
See also
In Spanish: Malpica de Bergantiños para niños
