Sant Julià de Lòria facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Sant Julià de Lòria
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 Sant Julià de Lòria
Location in Andorra
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| Country | Andorra | ||
| Parishes | Sant Julià de Lòria | ||
| Villages | Aixàs, Aixirivall, Aixovall, Auvinyà, Bixessarri, Canolich, Certers, Fontaneda, Juberri, Llumeneres, Nagol | ||
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| • Total | 61 km2 (24 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 908 m (2,979 ft) | ||
| Population
(2005)
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| • Total | 9,207 | ||
| • Density | 150.93/km2 (390.9/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | lauredià, laurediana | ||
| Website | Official site: http://www.comusantjulia.ad/ | ||
Sant Julià de Lòria is a special area, called a "parish," in the small country of Andorra. It's located in the very south of Andorra. It's also the name of the main town in this parish. At 908 meters (about 2,979 feet) above sea level, it is the lowest town in Andorra.
The parish of Sant Julià de Lòria includes several smaller villages. Some of these are Bixessarri, Aixàs, Aixovall, Certers, Llumeneres, and Nagol. The area shares borders with Andorra la Vella to the north and Escaldes-Engordany to the northeast. To the south, east, and west, it borders Catalonia, which is part of Spain.
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Education and Learning
Sant Julià de Lòria is home to the University of Andorra. This is an important place for higher education in the country. It offers different courses and helps students learn and grow.
Fun Things to Do
There are several interesting places and events in Sant Julià de Lòria:
- Naturlandia: This is an adventure park with lots of activities. One of its most famous attractions is the Tobotronc, which is the longest nature toboggan in the world!
- Festa Major de Sant Julià: This is a big festival that celebrates the town. It usually includes music, dancing, and other fun events for everyone.
- Museu del Tabac: This museum teaches visitors about the history of tobacco in Andorra. It shows how tobacco was grown and processed in the region.
Famous People from Sant Julià de Lòria
Many interesting people have come from Sant Julià de Lòria. Here are a few:
- Òscar Ribas Reig (born 1936): He was a very important person in Andorra's history. He became the first prime minister of Andorra in 1982. A prime minister is the head of the government, similar to a president in some countries.
- Gilbert Saboya Sunyé (born 1966): He is an economist and a politician. An economist studies how money and resources are used. He has served as the Minister of Foreign Affairs for Andorra. This role means he helps manage Andorra's relationships with other countries.
Sports Stars
Sant Julià de Lòria has also produced talented athletes:
- Francesc Repiso Romero (born 1964): He is a sport shooter who competed in the 2004 Summer Olympics. The Olympics are a huge international sports event.
- Antoni Bernadó (born 1966): He is a long-distance runner. He is famous for being the first and only athlete from Andorra to finish five Olympic Marathons. A marathon is a very long running race, usually over 42 kilometers (about 26 miles). He competed in the Olympics in 1996, 2000, 2004, 2008, and 2012.
- Marina Fernández (born 1996): She is a footballer, meaning she plays soccer. She plays as a midfielder, which is a position in the middle of the field.
- Jordi Aláez (born 1998): He is also a footballer. He plays both regular soccer and beach soccer.
See also
In Spanish: San Julián de Loria para niños
