Molvízar facts for kids
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Molvízar
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Location of Molvízar
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 Molvízar
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Andalusia |
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| Province | Granada | ||
| Comarca | Costa Tropical | ||
| Judicial district | Motril | ||
| Commonwealth | Costa Tropical | ||
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| • Total | 21.47 km2 (8.29 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 241 m (791 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 2,759 | ||
| • Density | 128.50/km2 (332.83/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Molviceño, -ña | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
18611
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Molvízar is a charming small town in Spain. It is located in the province of Granada, which is part of the Andalusia region. Molvízar is also a "municipality," which means it's a local area with its own government.
The town sits in the foothills of the mountains in southern Spain. It's only about five kilometers (about 3 miles) from the beautiful Costa Tropical coast.
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Life in Molvízar
Molvízar has a population of around 2,700 people. Over the years, its population has varied between 1,500 and 3,500 residents. People from Molvízar are called Molviceño (for males) or Molviceña (for females).
Economy and Tourism
Agriculture is a very important part of Molvízar's economy. Farmers grow many crops here. The town also gets a lot of visitors from Europe. Tourists love Molvízar because of its warm, sunny weather all year round. This tourism helps the local economy grow.
Local Celebrations
One of the biggest events in Molvízar is the celebration of its patron saint, Santa Ana. This festival takes place every year on July 26. During this time, the town performs a special traditional play. It's called "Moros y Cristianos" (Moors and Christians).
The Moors and Christians Play
The Moros y Cristianos play remembers an important part of Spanish history. It tells the story of the Reconquista. This was when Christian kingdoms took back control of Spain from the Moors. The Moors were Muslim people who had lived in Spain for many centuries. This play is a colorful and exciting way to remember the past.
Famous People
Molvízar is also known as the birthplace of Antonio Ramón. He was a famous anarchist revolutionary. Anarchists are people who believe in a society without a government or rules, where everyone is free and equal.
See also
In Spanish: Molvízar para niños
