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Montblanc
Wall of Montblanc
Wall of Montblanc
Coat of arms of Montblanc
Coat of arms
Country  Spain
Community Catalonia
Province Tarragona
Comarca Conca de Barberà
Area
 • Total 91,1 km2 (352 sq mi)
Elevation
350 m (1,150 ft)
Population
 (2019)
 • Total 7,364
 • Density 8.083/km2 (20.936/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Montblanquí, montblanquina
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)

Montblanc is a cool town in Catalonia, a region within Spain. It's like the main city, or "capital," of a special area called a comarca. This comarca is named Conca de Barberà.

Montblanc is known for its history and its old walls. It's a great place to visit and learn about the past.

About Montblanc

Montblanc is located in the northeastern part of Spain. It's part of the province of Tarragona. The town sits at an elevation of about 350 meters (1,148 feet) above sea level.

Location and Government

Montblanc is in Catalonia, which is an autonomous community of Spain. This means it has its own government and culture. The town is the capital of the Conca de Barberà comarca. A comarca is a bit like a county or district.

The current mayor of Montblanc is Josep Andreu i Domingo. He helps lead the town and make decisions for its people.

Population and Size

As of 2019, about 7,364 people live in Montblanc. The town covers an area of about 91.1 square kilometers (35.2 square miles). People from Montblanc are called "Montblanquí" (for males) or "montblanquina" (for females).

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