Sant Vicenç dels Horts, Spanish municipality
Sant Vicenç dels Horts is a municipality in the Baix Llobregat region of Catalonia, situated on flat terrain near the Llobregat River. The town consists of a mix of older stone buildings and modern structures, with main streets lined with shops, cafes, and small squares where residents gather and go about daily activities.
The first written record of the settlement dates to 955, when it was known as Garrosa. In the 11th century, the town acquired its current name as tribute to Saint Vincent, and since ancient times Iberian and Roman peoples had inhabited the area, leaving behind pottery kilns and settlement remains.
The town takes its name from Saint Vincent, a venerated saint whose legacy shapes local identity. Residents keep traditions alive through celebrations like Christmas nativity plays and summer festivals, where the community gathers for music and shared meals.
The town is well connected by trains and buses and lies close to Barcelona, making it easy to reach for visitors. The streets are straightforward to navigate and large trees provide shade while exploring the area, its old stone buildings, and local markets.
The settlement owes its name to a medieval name change from Garrosa, a name possibly derived from an early inhabitant. This name heritage shows how local communities preserved their past by honoring a saint who now embodies the identity of the place.
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