Poio

In this article, we will delve into the fascinating world of Poio, exploring its various facets and delving into its impact on today's society. From its origin to its relevance today, Poio has been the subject of interest and debate throughout history, generating all kinds of opinions and perspectives. Through a critical and exhaustive analysis, we will unravel the different aspects related to Poio, from its influence on popular culture to its role in the global economy. Likewise, we will examine its evolution over time and its future projection, in an attempt to better understand its importance in the contemporary world. By exploring Poio, we hope to provide a more complete and enriching vision of this topic that has so much impact on our lives.

Poio
Municipality
Monastery of San Xoán
Combarro
Coat of arms of Poio
Coat of arms
Map
Location of Poio
Coordinates: 42°26′N 8°40′W / 42.433°N 8.667°W / 42.433; -8.667
CountrySpain
Autonomous communityGalicia
ProvincePontevedra
ComarcaPontevedra
ParroquiaCombarro, Raxó, San Xoán de Poio, San Salvador de Poio, Samieira
Government
 • Alcalde (Mayor)Luciano Sobral Fernández (BNG)
Population
 (2018)[1]
 • Total
17,018
Time zoneUTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST)UTC+2 (CEST)
Websitehttps://www.concellopoio.gal/

Poio is a municipality in the province of Pontevedra, in the autonomous community of Galicia, Spain. It belongs to the comarca of Pontevedra. Poio is located in the north shore of the Ría de Pontevedra, between Sanxenxo and the provincial capital, Pontevedra. The municipality is adjacent with Meaño, Meis, Pontevedra and Sanxenxo and combines mountain and sea areas.

Tambo island, an uninhabited island located in the middle of the Pontevedra estuary, officially belongs to Poio but it is under the control of the Spanish Navy and disembarkment is not allowed.

Geography

Poio has an approximate area of 34 square kilometers (13 sq mi). Its highest peak is Mount Castrove, 667 meters (2,188 ft) high and from where one can see views of the Pontevedra and Arousa estuaries. The views also spotlight the Alto de Raxó and Samieira. Its coast of more than 20 km (12 mi) is full of beautiful beaches with quiet waters.

Tambo island has an area of 0.28 square kilometers (0.11 sq mi) and its highest peak is 80 meters (260 ft) high.

Demography

Poio is a dormitory area of the city of Pontevedra. It has a growing market due to its proximity to the urban center (only the Lérez river separates the two municipalities). The parish of San Salvador, the nearest to the city, is the parish that increases the census. The tourism industry has begun to thrive in Raxó and Combarro within the last few years.

Sights

Sights include the Monastery of San Xoán de Poio, the picturesque fishing village of Combarro with its Hórreos by the sea and several prehistoric rock engraving sites; all declared Bien de Interés Cultural (Heritage of Cultural Interest).

  • Combarro
    Combarro
  • Combarro
    Combarro
  • Prehistoric rock engravings
    Prehistoric rock engravings
  • Raxó
    Raxó

References

  1. ^ Municipal Register of Spain 2018. National Statistics Institute.


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