Durango, Spain
Durango is a town and municipality of the historical territory and province of Biscay, located in the Basque Country, Spain. It is the main town of Durangaldea, one of the comarcas of Biscay. Because of its economical activities and population, Durango is considered one of the largest towns in Biscay after the ones that compose the conurbation of Greater Bilbao.
Durango | |
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Partial view of Durango | |
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Coat of arms | |
Durango Location of Durango within the Basque Country | |
| Coordinates: 43°10′8″N 2°37′48″W | |
| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Basque Country |
| Province | Biscay |
| Comarca | Durangaldea |
| Founded | In the early 13th century |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | Ima Garrastatxu Urbaneja (EH Bildu) |
| Area | |
| • Total | 10.79 km2 (4.17 sq mi) |
| Elevation | 119 m (390 ft) |
| Population (2018) | |
| • Total | 29,636 |
| • Density | 2,700/km2 (7,100/sq mi) |
| Demonym | Durangar |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Postal code | 48200 |
| Website | Official website |
Durango has 29,318 inhabitants (2017). The town is crossed by three rivers (as illustrated in the town symbol). The Ibaizabal river is the main river, and lies in the middle of its wide valley, with the Urkiola mountain range and natural park to the south. The most important peak is the majestic Anboto (1,331 m (4,367 ft) in elevation). In addition, inside the town two mountains stand out: Pagasarri mountain (838 m) and mugarra mountain (453 m).