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Prats i Sansor
Municipality
Prats-Cerdanya.jpg
Flag of Prats i Sansor
Flag
Coat of arms of Prats i Sansor
Coat of arms
Prats i Sansor is located in Province of Girona
Prats i Sansor
Prats i Sansor
Location in Province of Girona
Prats i Sansor is located in Spain
Prats i Sansor
Prats i Sansor
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Catalonia
Province Lleida
Comarca Cerdanya
Area
 • Total 6.6 km2 (2.5 sq mi)
Elevation
1,124 m (3,688 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 231
 • Density 35.0/km2 (90.6/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Pratenc and Sansorenc
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
25720

Prats i Sansor is a small and charming municipality located in the beautiful region of Catalonia, Spain. It is nestled in a valley called Cerdanya. This area is known for its stunning mountains and peaceful villages. Prats i Sansor is made up of four smaller villages: Prats, Sansor, Capdevila, and El Pla.

Discover Prats i Sansor!

Prats i Sansor is a special place in the province of Lleida in Catalonia, Spain. It is part of a larger area called a comarca, which is like a county. The comarca here is Cerdanya. This region is famous for its natural beauty.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a town or a small group of towns that are governed together. It has its own local government, led by a mayor. The mayor helps make decisions for the people living there. For example, the mayor of Prats i Sansor in 2015 was Jordi Rosell Ginesta.

Exploring the Villages

Prats i Sansor is not just one village, but four! These villages are Prats, Sansor, Capdevila, and El Pla. Each village has its own unique charm. Living in these villages means being close to nature and enjoying a quiet lifestyle.

A Look at History and Buildings

One of the most interesting places to visit in Prats i Sansor is the Sanctuary of Sant Salvador de Predalies. This building is a great example of Romanesque architecture. Romanesque buildings were built a very long time ago, usually between the 6th and 11th centuries. They often have thick walls, round arches, and strong, simple designs. The sanctuary is a historical treasure that tells stories of the past.

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