O Grove facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Concello do Grove
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Municipality
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Location of O Grove within Galicia
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| Parroquias | San Martín, San Vicente | |
| Population
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| • Total | 10,700 | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CET) | |
O Grove (also called Ogrobe) is a cool town in Pontevedra province, located in Galicia, Spain. It's on a peninsula that stretches into the Atlantic Ocean. This area is surrounded by the beautiful Rías Baixas, which are like long, narrow bays in southern Galicia.
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The Name of O Grove
The name Ogrobe has a long history. It was first written down in a Latin text from the year 899. This old text mentioned "St. Vincent of O Grove."
Over time, the name changed a bit. The "O" at the beginning of Ogrobe started to be seen as the Galician word for "the" (like "El" in Spanish). This is how it became known as O Grove today.
Exploring the Geography of O Grove
O Grove is a small peninsula. It's connected to the mainland by a narrow strip of land called O Vao. To the west, you'll find the famous A Lanzada beach. To the east, there's a large marsh area called Umia-O Grove. This marsh connects O Grove with the town of Sanxenxo.
There's also a small island near O Grove called A Toxa. You can reach this island by crossing a bridge that was built a long time ago, in the early 1900s.
Population Changes Over Time
The number of people living in O Grove has changed a lot over the years. This chart shows how the population has grown since 1877.
Tourism and Fun in O Grove
O Grove is a fantastic place for tourists! It has many hotels and campsites where visitors can stay.
One of the most popular spots is the parish of San Vicente do Grove. This area is famous for its beautiful beaches. The tourist zone of San Vicente do Mar and Pedras Negras is here. With its marina and promenade, it's a favorite place for people who love to swim and enjoy the coast.
See also
In Spanish: El Grove para niños
Images for kids
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Sunset in the popular coast of San Vicente, O Grove.
