Torroja del Priorat facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Torroja del Priorat
Municipality
Street in Torroja
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Torroja del Priorat Location in Catalonia
Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Tarragona
Comarca	Priorat
Area
• Total	13.2 km2 (5.1 sq mi)
Elevation	332 m (1,089 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	148
• Density	11.21/km2 (29.04/sq mi)

Torroja del Priorat is a small village located in the province of Tarragona, which is part of the Catalonia region in Spain. It's a quiet place with a rich history, nestled in a beautiful area known for its vineyards.

Discovering Torroja del Priorat

Torroja del Priorat is a special kind of place called a municipality. Think of a municipality as a local area with its own government. It's like a small town or village with its surrounding land.

Where is Torroja del Priorat?

This village is found in the northeastern part of Spain. It's in Catalonia, which is an autonomous community. This means Catalonia has its own government and culture, similar to a state in some other countries. Torroja is specifically in the Priorat area, which is famous for its wine.

What's it Like in Torroja?

Torroja del Priorat is quite small. In 2018, only about 148 people lived there. It covers an area of about 13.2 square kilometers. The village sits at an elevation of 332 meters above sea level. This means it's located on higher ground, offering nice views of the surrounding landscape.

The village has narrow streets, as shown in the picture. It gives you a feeling of stepping back in time. The local government is led by a Mayor. In 2015, the mayor was Montserrat Rosario Abelló.

The Priorat Region

The area around Torroja, called Priorat, is well-known. It's especially famous for its vineyards and high-quality wines. The landscape is often hilly, with grapevines growing on terraces. This makes the region very scenic and important for agriculture.

See also

In Spanish: Torroja para niños