Vall-llobrega facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Vall-llobrega
Municipality
St. Matthew's church (11th century)
Flag Coat of arms
Vall-llobrega Location in Province of Girona Show map of Province of Girona Vall-llobrega Location in Spain Show map of Spain
Country	Spain
Community	Catalonia
Province	Girona
Comarca	Baix Empordà
Area
• Total	5.4 km2 (2.1 sq mi)
Population  (2018)
• Total	912
• Density	168.9/km2 (437/sq mi)

Vall-llobrega is a small village and a municipality located in Catalonia, a special region in Spain. It is part of the Girona province and the Baix Empordà area. This charming place is home to about 900 people.

Exploring Vall-llobrega

Vall-llobrega is a quiet and beautiful spot in northeastern Spain. It is known for its peaceful atmosphere and natural surroundings. The village is a great example of a traditional Catalan community.

A Look at History

The area around Vall-llobrega has been home to people for a very long time. The oldest sign of humans living here is the Dolmen de Montagut. This ancient stone structure is found on top of Montagut hill, between Vall-llobrega and a nearby town called Palamós.

What is a Dolmen?

A dolmen is a type of ancient tomb made from large stones. Imagine huge flat stones resting on top of other upright stones, creating a chamber. The Dolmen de Montagut dates back to around 3,000 to 2,000 years BC. It still has three of its original stone slabs in place, showing us how people lived and buried their dead thousands of years ago.

What is a Municipality?

Vall-llobrega is a "municipality," which is like a small local government area. It has its own local council and a Mayor who helps run the village. This allows the people of Vall-llobrega to make decisions about their local services and community life.

• A municipality is a self-governing area.
• It has its own local leaders.
• These leaders manage things like local roads and services.

See also

In Spanish: Vall-Llobrega para niños