Palau-saverdera facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Palau-saverdera
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Municipality
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Church of Saint John
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 Palau-saverdera
Location in Province of Girona
Palau-saverdera
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Community |  Catalonia |
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| Province | .svg){kind=small} Girona |
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| Comarca |  Alt Empordà |
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| • Total | 16.4 km2 (6.3 sq mi) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 1,439 | ||
| • Density | 87.74/km2 (227.3/sq mi) | ||
Palau-saverdera (Old Catalan for 'Palace-[Castle of] the Verdera'; (Catalan pronunciation: [pəˌlawsəβəɾˈðeɾə]) is a small and interesting town (also called a municipality) located in the beautiful region of Catalonia, in northeastern Spain. It's part of the Girona province and belongs to an area known as Alt Empordà.
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About Palau-saverdera
Palau-saverdera is a charming place with a rich history. Its name, "Palau-saverdera," means "Palace-[Castle of] the Verdera." This suggests that a long time ago, there might have been an important palace or castle in the area, possibly linked to a family or place called Verdera.
Where is Palau-saverdera?
This municipality is found in the northeastern part of Spain. It's specifically located in Catalonia, which is one of Spain's autonomous communities. Think of it like a state or a large region with its own unique culture and language. Within Catalonia, Palau-saverdera is part of the Girona province. It also belongs to a smaller area called a comarca, which is the Alt Empordà.
Who Lives in Palau-saverdera?
According to information from 2018, about 1,439 people live in Palau-saverdera. This makes it a relatively small community, where people likely know each other well. The total area of the municipality is about 16.4 square kilometers.
Who Leads the Town?
Like many towns, Palau-saverdera has a local government that helps run things. The main leader of the town is called the Mayor. In 2015, the mayor of Palau-saverdera was Isabel Maria Cortada Soler. The mayor and the local council make decisions about things like schools, roads, and local services to make life better for everyone in the town.
What to See?
One of the notable buildings in Palau-saverdera is the Church of Saint John. You can see a picture of it at the top of this article. Churches like this often have a lot of history and beautiful architecture.
See also
In Spanish: Palau Sabardera para niños
