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Olot, Volcanic city in Garrotxa, Spain

The capital of La Garrotxa stands at 443 meters elevation, surrounded by four volcanoes and intersected by the Fluvià and Riudaura rivers.

First documented in 1206, Olot underwent reconstruction after devastating earthquakes in 1427 and 1428 that destroyed most of the medieval structures.

The Museu de la Garrotxa exhibits regional art collections, focusing on paintings and sculptures from the 18th through 20th centuries.

The Parc Nou botanical garden displays local flora species and provides educational programs about the volcanic landscape of the region.

Four distinct volcanoes - Montolivet, Montsacopa, Garrinada, and Bisaroques - exist within the municipal boundaries, forming a natural volcanic park.

Location: Garrotxa

Inception: 1206

Elevation above the sea: 443 m

Part of: Zona Volcànica de la Garrotxa Natural Park

Shares border with: La Vall de Bianya, Sant Joan les Fonts, Santa Pau, Les Preses, La Vall d'en Bas, Riudaura

Website: http://olot.cat

GPS coordinates: 42.18219,2.48902

Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:33

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