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Rasquera
Municipality
Coat of arms of Rasquera
Coat of arms
Rasquera is located in Catalonia
Rasquera
Rasquera
Location in Catalonia
Country  Spain
Community  Catalonia
Province Tarragona
Comarca Ribera d'Ebre
Area
 • Total 51.3 km2 (19.8 sq mi)
Elevation
174 m (571 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 787
 • Density 15.341/km2 (39.73/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Rasquerà, rasquerana

Rasquera (pronounced ras-KEH-rah) is a charming small town in Catalonia, Spain. It's officially called a municipality. You can find it in the Ribera d'Ebre area, which is part of the Tarragona province.

This lovely town is nestled at the foot of the Serra de Cardó mountains. It's also quite close to Highway C-12, making it easy to reach.

What Makes Rasquera Special?

Rasquera is famous for a couple of unique things!

  • Basketwork: The people of Rasquera are very skilled at making baskets. They create beautiful and useful items by hand, using traditional methods that have been passed down through generations.
  • Pastissets: If you visit Rasquera, you must try their "pastissets." These are delicious sweet pastries that the town is well-known for. They are a local treat that many people love!

As of 2018, about 787 people lived in Rasquera. The mayor of the town in 2019 was Josep Ramos Múrria.

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