Province of Girona
Province of Girona, Administrative province in northeastern Catalonia, Spain
Description
The Province of Girona is an administrative unit in northeastern Catalonia that runs from the Mediterranean coast to the Pyrenees. It groups 222 municipalities across landscapes that include shorelines, plains and mountain areas.
History
The provincial body was formed in 1822 and introduced a new form of local administration. It has since coordinated services and support between the municipalities across the territory.
Culture
The province maintains two official languages, Catalan and Spanish, reflecting its position within Catalonia and its connection to broader Spanish linguistic traditions.
Practical
The coastal zone offers swimming spots and walking routes along cliffs during the warmer months. The northern mountain ranges suit winter activities in snow and excursions to higher elevations.
Did you know?
The municipality of Llívia sits as a Spanish enclave entirely within French territory. A short road connects it to the rest of Spanish land.
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Dalí Theatre and Museum
26.6 km
Empúries
37.6 km
Odeillo solar furnace
63.9 km
Girona Cathedral
23.9 km
Montseny Natural Park
48.4 km
Lake of Banyoles
8.6 km
Muralles de Tossa de Mar
54.8 km
Santa Maria de Ripoll
39.4 km
Peratallada
40.8 km
Púbol Castle
31.2 km
Virgin of Nuria
49.4 km
Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa Natural Park
10.6 km
Sant Pere de Rodes
44.8 km
Pantà de Sau
31.7 km
Salvador Dalí House Museum
53 km
Beget
23 km
Cadí Tunnel
69.2 km
Sant Ferran Castle
26 km
Vila Vella
54.7 km
Jardín Botánico Marimurtra
55.7 km
Montseny Massif
46.9 km
Santa Margarida Volcano
10.7 km
S'Agaró
52.7 km
Ciutadella de Roses
43 km
Tour Madeloc
49.3 km
Croscat
10.9 km
Aiguamolls de l'Empordà
37.1 km
Turó de l'Home
47.5 km
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