Tor, Pallars facts for kids
Tor is a small village found in the Alins area of Catalonia, Spain. It is part of a region called Pallars Sobirà. The village is very close to the border with Andorra. Near Tor, in the La Massana parish of Andorra, you can find the Vallnord ski resort. This resort includes the popular ski areas of Pal and Arinsal.
Tor is located high up in the Pyrenees mountains. It sits at an altitude of 2,301 meters (about 7,549 feet). This makes it a very high-altitude village. In 2005, only 25 people lived in Tor, showing how small and quiet it is. The village is also near a mountain pass called Port de Cabús.
Discovering Tor
Tor is a fascinating place with a unique history. It is known for its beautiful mountain setting and its past events. The village offers a glimpse into traditional mountain life.
Where is Tor Located?
Tor is nestled in the heart of the Pyrenees. This mountain range forms a natural border between Spain and France, and also touches Andorra. Being so high up, Tor experiences cold winters and mild summers. Its location near the Andorran border has played a big role in its history.
Tor's Unique History
For a long time, Tor was a place where people moved goods across the border. This often involved trading items without paying taxes. It was a common activity in many border areas.
More recently, Tor became well-known because of a big disagreement. This dispute was about who owned a specific mountain near the Andorra border. During a time when land prices were rising quickly in Spain, this mountain became very valuable.
The Mountain Dispute
The disagreement over the mountain caused a lot of tension among local families. Sadly, this conflict led to very serious and tragic events. These events were so significant that a book was written about them. The book is called Tor: tretze cases i tres morts, which means "Tor: thirteen houses and three dead." It was written by Carles Porta and tells the story of the village's challenging past.
See also
In Spanish: Tor (Alins) para niños
