Tarragona

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Tarragona

Name

Tarragona

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: City / Municipality

Summary

Tarragona is a historic coastal city in Catalonia, Spain, serving as the capital of the province of the same name. Founded by Romans as Tarraco, it features an extensive archaeological complex that is recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage Site. The city is located on the Mediterranean shore along the Costa Daurada.

Statistics

Area

57.90 km²

Population

143,649

Location