Isla Cristina
Isla Cristina, Spain | |
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Location of Isla Cristina | |
| Municipality | Huelva |
| Government | |
| • Mayor | María Luisa Faneca |
| Area | |
• Total | 50 km2 (20 sq mi) |
| • Land | 50 km2 (20 sq mi) |
| • Water | 0.00 km2 (0.00 sq mi) |
| Population (2018) | |
• Total | 21,077 |
| • Density | 420/km2 (1,100/sq mi) |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
| Website | |
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Isla Cristina is a city and municipality located in the province of Huelva, Spain, close to the Portuguese border. According to the 2009 census, the city has a population of 21,324 inhabitants.
Isla Cristina remains one of the most important fishing ports in Andalusia, its catch being highly prized throughout Spain.
It is a popular summer holiday resort, particularly with the Spaniards themselves. Sevillanos flock to the area in July and August, much of the attraction being the kilometers of 'Blue Flag' standard beaches.