Tortosa

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Tortosa

Nomenclature and Geography

Category: Obec / Město

Summary

Tortosa is the capital of the Baix Ebre comarca in Catalonia, situated along the Ebro River near the Mediterranean coast. The city features a rich history spanning Roman, Muslim, and Christian rule, highlighted by the Castillo de la Zuda and its historic cathedral. It was a significant site during the Second Crusade and later hosted the famous Disputation of Tortosa.

Statistics

Area

218.50 km²

Population

35,997

Location