Riudoms

Riudoms is a municipality in the Baix Camp comarca, in the province of Tarragona, Catalonia, Spain. It lies inland in the southern part of Catalonia, near Reus. The municipality covers a small area and is home to a few thousand residents.

Geography and setting: It sits on the plains of the Camp de Tarragona region, with agricultural fields around the town. The terrain is typical of the inland Catalan countryside.

History: The area has medieval roots; the town developed around agricultural and religious activity and became part of modern Baix Camp through municipal reforms in the 19th and 20th centuries.

Economy: Historically agricultural, with crops such as fruit, cereals, and wine; nowadays agriculture remains important alongside small businesses, crafts, and some service sector activity.

Culture and heritage: Riudoms preserves a compact historic center with traditional architecture and a parish church. Local festivals and markets reflect Catalan cultural traditions.

Administration: The municipality is governed by an elected town council within the Baix Camp comarca; it participates in regional initiatives with nearby towns, notably Reus.

Transport: Riudoms is connected by road to Reus and other towns; regional roads provide access to the wider Tarragona province.