Oroso facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Concello de Oroso
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Location of Oroso within Galicia
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| Parroquias | 11 | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 72.38 km2 (27.95 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 7,452 | ||
| • Density | 102.957/km2 (266.66/sq mi) | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Website | http://www.concellooroso.com/ | ||
Oroso is a lively town located in the northwestern part of Spain. It's part of the province of A Coruña and belongs to the beautiful region known as Galicia. Oroso is also part of a smaller area called the comarca of Ordes.
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About Oroso
Oroso is a municipality, which means it's like a local government area with its own town and villages. It's a place where people live, work, and go to school. The town is known for its green landscapes and friendly atmosphere.
Where is Oroso Located?
Oroso is situated in the northwest corner of Spain. This area is famous for its stunning coastlines and lush green countryside. Being in Galicia, Oroso experiences a mild climate, which helps its natural beauty thrive.
How is Oroso Governed?
Like many towns, Oroso has a local government that helps run things. The main leader of the town is called the Alcalde, which means Mayor. The Mayor helps make decisions for the community. As of 2018, the Mayor of Oroso was Manuel Mirás Franqueira.
The municipality of Oroso is divided into 11 smaller areas called Parroquias. Think of these as local neighborhoods or parishes, each with its own unique character.
Facts and Figures About Oroso
Oroso covers an area of about 72.38 square kilometers. That's roughly the size of 10,000 football fields! In 2018, about 7,452 people lived in Oroso. This number helps us understand how many people call this town home.
The town follows Central European Time (CET), which is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During summer, they switch to Central European Summer Time (CEST), which is two hours ahead (UTC+2).
See also
- For more information about Oroso in Spanish, especially for kids, you can visit: Oroso para niños
