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Concello de Sada
Sada. Galiza.jpg
Flag of Concello de Sada
Flag
Coat of arms of Concello de Sada
Coat of arms
Nickname(s): 
Sada
Location of Sada within Galicia
Location of Sada within Galicia
Parroquias Carnoedo (Santo André), Meirás (San Martiño), Mondego (San Xián), Mosteirón (San Nicolao), Osedo (San Xián), Sada (Santa María), Soñeiro (San Xián), Veigue (Santa Comba)
Area
 • Total 27.68 km2 (10.69 sq mi)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 15,495
 • Density 559.79/km2 (1,449.85/sq mi)
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Website http://www.concellodesada.com/

Sada is a charming town located in the northwest of Spain. It is a municipality within the province of A Coruña. This area is part of Galicia, which is a special region of Spain. Sada is famous for being situated on the beautiful Rías Altas coast.

Discovering Sada: A Coastal Town

Sada is a municipality, which means it is like a local government area. It has its own town council and mayor. The town is found in the northwestern part of Spain. This region is known for its green landscapes and stunning coastlines.

Where is Sada Located?

Sada is in the province of A Coruña. This province is one of four in the region of Galicia. Galicia is an autonomous community in Spain. This means it has its own government and laws. Sada is also part of the Rías Altas. These are special coastal inlets. They look like long, narrow bays.

What is a Municipality?

A municipality is a local area with its own government. It is similar to a city or a town. The people living in a municipality elect their own leaders. These leaders make decisions for the local community. Sada is one such important municipality.

Population and Size

As of 2018, about 15,495 people lived in Sada. The total area of the municipality is around 27.68 square kilometers. This makes it a medium-sized town. It has enough space for its residents.

Local Government in Sada

The main leader of Sada is called the Alcalde. This is the Spanish word for mayor. The mayor works with a team to manage the town. They help make sure Sada is a great place to live. They look after things like local services and community projects.

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