Albal facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Albal
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 Albal
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Comarca | Horta Sud | |
| Judicial district | Catarroja | |
| Founded | 13 October 1244 | |
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| • Total | 7.37 km2 (2.85 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 15 m (49 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 16,270 | |
| • Density | 2,207.6/km2 (5,718/sq mi) | |
| Demonyms | Albalenc, albalenca | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46470
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Albal is a town in Spain. It is a municipality located in the Horta Sud area. This region is part of the Valencian Community.
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Discovering Albal
Albal is about 10 kilometers (6 miles) south of the big city of Valencia. It is part of the Horta Sud area. The town shares its borders with other nearby places. These include Catarroja, Beniparrell, Silla, and Alcacer. The city of Valencia is also one of its neighbors.
Climate in Albal
Albal has a Mediterranean climate. This means the winters are usually mild and not too cold. The summers are quite warm and sunny. It is a pleasant place to visit all year round.
A Look into History
The story of Albal began a long time ago. It started when Muslims ruled this part of Spain. The name "Albal" actually comes from an Arabic word. It means "dry land." The town was officially founded on October 13, 1244.
People and What They Do
As of 2018, about 16,270 people live in Albal. The people who live here are called Albalenc or Albalenca.
The economy of Albal includes several important industries.
- There are factories that make plastics and furniture.
- Agriculture is also important, meaning people grow crops.
- Building construction is another key activity.
- Albal is also known for its many good restaurants. You can try the local Valencian food there.
Famous Places to See
Albal has some interesting old buildings. They show the town's long history.
Arab Tower
This is a rectangular tower. It was part of an old defense system around the 13th century. It reminds us of the town's early days.
Ermita de Santa Ana
This is a small church. It holds an image of Saint Ann. Saint Ann is known as the grandmother of the Virgin Mary. This church was built in the 14th century.
Iglesia Nuestra Señora de los Ángeles
This is the main church of the town. It was built much later, in 1697. It is a central part of the community.
Important People from Albal
Albal is also home to some notable people.
Padre Carlos Ferris
He was a Jesuit priest. He founded a special hospital called a leprosery. This hospital was for people with leprosy, and it was located in a place called Fontilles.
Salva Ruiz
He is a well-known footballer. He has played for different teams.
See also
In Spanish: Albal para niños
