ordes

Ordes is a municipality in the autonomous community of Galicia, northwest Spain, situated in the province of A Coruña. It lies in a largely rural region where agricultural activity and small-town life dominate, with the surrounding countryside featuring rolling hills, cultivated fields, and pockets of woodland.

The municipality comprises the main urban center and several rural parishes. Its history stretches back to the Middle Ages, and the area preserves traditional Galician architecture, including historic churches and stone houses that reflect its long local heritage. In contemporary times, Ordes has developed as a local service hub for nearby communities and has diversified with light industry and logistics.

The population is distributed across the town and its surrounding villages. The economy remains rooted in agriculture and livestock, while services, commerce, and modest manufacturing contribute to local employment. Cultural life in Ordes is linked to Galician traditions, with daily life conducted in both Galician and Spanish and with local festivals and religious celebrations that reflect the regional identity.

Administratively, Ordes is governed by a municipal council headed by a mayor. The locality is connected to larger Galician urban centers via regional roads, providing access to cities such as A Coruña and Santiago de Compostela within the broader transport network. The area is characterized by a rural ambiance complemented by small-town amenities, mirroring common Galician patterns of settlement, identity, and development.