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Orpí
Municipality
Orpí castle
Orpí castle
Coat of arms of Orpí
Coat of arms
Orpí is located in Province of Barcelona
Orpí
Orpí
Location in Province of Barcelona
Orpí is located in Spain
Orpí
Orpí
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Flag of Barcelona province(official).svg Barcelona
Comarca Anoia
Area
 • Total 15.2 km2 (5.9 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 136
 • Density 8.95/km2 (23.17/sq mi)

Orpí (pronounced like "oor-PEE" in Catalan) is a small municipality in the comarca of Anoia. This area is part of Catalonia, a region in Spain.

About Orpí

Orpí is a very small town. It is located in the province of Barcelona. In 2018, only about 136 people lived there. This makes it one of the smallest municipalities around.

Where is Orpí Located?

Orpí is found in the central part of Catalonia. It is in a region known for its beautiful landscapes. The town covers an area of about 15.2 square kilometers. This is roughly the size of 1,520 football fields.

Who Leads Orpí?

Like all towns, Orpí has a leader. This person is called the Mayor. As of 2015, the Mayor of Orpí was Imma Palet Rubió. The mayor helps make decisions for the community. They work to improve the town for everyone living there.

What to See in Orpí

Even though Orpí is small, it has some interesting historical places. The most famous is its old castle.

Orpí Castle

Orpí - Castell
The historic Orpí Castle

The Orpí castle is a very old building. It stands as a reminder of the town's history. Castles like this often protected towns long ago. They were important for defense and control of the area.

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