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Anna
Anna, vista del nucli antic.JPG
Coat of arms of Anna
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Anna is located in Spain
Anna
Anna
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Valencian Community
Province Valencia
Comarca Canal de Navarrés
Judicial district Xàtiva
Area
 • Total 21.40 km2 (8.26 sq mi)
Elevation
197 m (646 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 2,638
 • Density 123.27/km2 (319.27/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Annero/a
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
46820
Official language(s) Valencian and Spanish

Anna (pronounced like "AH-nah") is a small town in Spain. It's a type of local government area called a municipality. Anna is found in a region known as Canal de Navarrés. This region is a smaller administrative area, often called a comarca.

Anna is part of the Province of Valencia. This province is located in the middle of the Valencian Community. The Valencian Community is one of Spain's 17 self-governing regions.

Discover Anna: A Spanish Town

Anna is a charming place with a rich history. It offers interesting sights for visitors. The town is known for its beautiful old buildings and museums.

What is Anna?

Anna is a municipality. Think of it like a local government area or a town with its own council. It's part of a larger area called a comarca. A comarca is a traditional region, a bit like a county.

Anna is located in the Province of Valencia. A province is a larger administrative division in Spain. This province is part of the Valencian Community. This community is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities." These are like states or regions that have their own governments and laws.

Fun Places to Visit

One of the most exciting places to explore in Anna is the Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón. This grand building is also known as the Palace of the Counts of Cervellón. It's a historic palace that now holds two fascinating museums.

The Palace of the Counts of Cervellón

The Palacio de los Condes de Cervellón is a very old and important building in Anna. It shows off the town's history and culture. Walking through its halls is like stepping back in time.

Museums Inside the Palace

Inside the palace, you can find two special museums:

  • The Museo Etnológico de la Villa: This museum teaches you about the local history and traditions of Anna. You can learn about how people used to live and work in the town.
  • The Museo del Agua: This is the Museum of Water. It explores the importance of water in the region. It shows how water has shaped the landscape and daily life in Anna.
Anna, vista del nucli antic
A view of Anna's old town.

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