Argentona, municipality in the comarca of the Maresme in Catalonia, Spain
Argentona is a small municipality in the Maresme region of Catalonia, Spain. The town has narrow quiet streets lined with stone houses and a slow pace where people gather at cafes and shops throughout the day.
The church of Sant Julia was rebuilt in the 16th century in late Gothic style and housed Renaissance altarpieces that were lost during the Civil War. The village developed historically around pottery and later the textile industry, which shaped its economic importance in the region.
The name Argentona comes from silver springs that once flowed in this area. Today the town is known for pottery crafts, and visitors can see artisans making clay pieces by hand and selling them at local markets.
The town is easy to reach and many visitors park nearby and explore it on foot. The slow pace makes it a good place to relax and look around without rushing.
Above the town stand the ruins of Castell de Burriac on a mountain about 1,300 feet (400 meters) high with views of the surroundings. Although technically in another town, many locals feel connected to this castle and it is a popular hiking spot for visitors from the region.
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