Madalena is a Portuguese parish in the municipality of Vila Nova de Gaia. Famous for its beaches, the parish makes border with the Atlantic Ocean and only a couple of miles close to Rio Douro. Due to its geographical location, the inhabitants can enjoy considerable sunshine duration all year with warm weather. It is a historical place over 800 years old with deep agricultural traditions and fishing practices.
Madalena | |
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Coordinates: 41.116°N 8.651°W | |
Country | Portugal |
Region | Norte |
Metropolitan area | Porto |
District | Porto |
Municipality | Vila Nova de Gaia |
Area | |
• Total | 4.69 km2 (1.81 sq mi) |
Population (2011) | |
• Total | 10,040 |
• Density | 2,100/km2 (5,500/sq mi) |
Time zone | UTC±00:00 (WET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+01:00 (WEST) |
The population in 2011 was 10,040,[1] in an area of 4.69 km².[2]
Media
Notícias da Madalena is a free, quarterly regional newspaper that informs readers of the goings-on in Madalena.
References
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