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Aerial view of Miravet's old town with stone houses and river. Future75, CC BY-SA 3.0

Miravet

Catalonia

703Population
32.30 km²Area
43 mElevation
43747Postal code

Miravet is a municipality in Catalonia, located in the province of Tarragona along the Ebro River. Known for its historical significance, it features a remarkable Templar castle and a rich tradition of pottery.

02Geography

Miravet is situated on the right bank of the Ebro River, in the Ribera de Ebro comarca. The municipality is characterized by its hilly terrain and proximity to the river, providing a picturesque landscape that has shaped its historical development.

03Historical Landmarks

The Templar Castle of Miravet, perched on a hill, is a significant cultural monument. Originally an Islamic fortress, it was transformed into a castle-convent by the Knights Templar in the 12th century, showcasing a blend of architectural styles including Islamic, Byzantine, and Cistercian influences.

Explore Miravet, a historic Catalan municipality with a Templar castle and vibrant pottery tradition.

04Cultural Heritage

Miravet's cultural heritage is deeply rooted in its historical practices, particularly pottery. The 'raval dels canterers' is known for its workshops, where traditional pottery techniques are still practiced, making it one of the last places to maintain this craft.

Number of pottery workshops
7
Notable pottery items
pitxells, cántaros, cadufos, gerres, lebrillos.
Cable ferry on the Ebro river in Miravet, no engine and moved by the river flow.
Cable ferry on the Ebro river in Miravet, no engine and moved by the river flow.
View of Miravet with hillside houses and the river in the foreground.
View of Miravet with houses built on the hillside and the Ebro River in the foreground.
Miravet · Data
Province
Tarragona
Autonomous community
Catalonia
Population
703
Area
32.30 km²
Elevation
43 m
Postal code
43747
Website
http://www.miravet.cat/
Coordinates
41.0374, 0.5978

Photos

Wooden door in a stone arch in the old church of Miravet.
Wooden door of the Old Church of Miravet with stone arch and brick and stone wall.
Bell tower of the old church of Miravet with windows and stone walls.
The old church of Miravet with its bell tower, in the Ribera del Ebro region, Tarragona.
Ebro River with greenery and mountains in Miravet, Tarragona.
The Ebro River winds through the green, mountainous landscape near Miravet in Tarragona.
Ebro River passing by Miravet with houses and greenery along the shore.
The Ebro River flows beside Miravet houses in Tarragona, surrounded by vegetation and rural landscape.
Aerial view of Miravet with houses and river in Tarragona.
Aerial view of Miravet, with the river and hillside houses in Tarragona.

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Own text, written with AI assistance from the facts in Wikipedia · Miravet · Data: Wikidata Q962371 · Photos: Wikimedia Commons, see individual licenses. · CC BY-SA 4.0