Olius facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Olius
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Olius cemetery
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 Olius
Location in Catalonia
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | Lleida | ||
| Comarca | Solsonès | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 54.8 km2 (21.2 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 565 m (1,854 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 961 | ||
| • Density | 17.536/km2 (45.42/sq mi) | ||
Olius is a small town in Catalonia, Spain. It is located in a region called Solsonès. The town sits near the Cardener River. You can also find the Sant Ponç reservoir nearby.
Olius is connected by the C-149 road. This road runs between the towns of Solsona and Berga. A special building in Olius is the church of Sant Esteve d'Olius. It is a protected historical and artistic monument.
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Villages of Olius
The area of Olius is made up of four smaller villages. Each village has its own small community. Here are the villages and their populations from 2005:
- Brics (64 people)
- El Castellvell (38 people)
- Olius (118 people)
- El Pi de Sant Just (395 people)
The municipality of Olius surrounds the town of Solsona. It almost completely encloses Solsona, except for the northern part. There is even a tiny piece of Olius that is inside Solsona.
People Living in Olius
The number of people living in Olius has changed over time. Here's a look at how the population has grown and shrunk:
| 1900 | 1930 | 1950 | 1970 | 1986 | 2006 |
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| 488 | 572 | 559 | 323 | 473 | 752 |
In 1900, about 488 people lived in Olius. By 2006, the population had grown to 752 people. The most recent data from 2018 shows about 961 people live there.
Important Places to See
Olius has some interesting historical sites. These places tell stories about the past. They are great for learning about the region's history.
Sant Esteve d'Olius Church
The church of Sant Esteve d'Olius is very old. It is known for its beautiful architecture. This church is considered a special historical monument. It shows the art and building styles from a long time ago.
Olius Cemetery
Next to the church is the Olius cemetery. This cemetery is quite unique. It is built into the rocks and looks very natural. Many people visit it because of its special design.
See also
In Spanish: Olíus para niños
