Benidorm Facts for Kids

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Benidorm

City and municipality

From left to right, top to bottom: Levante and Poniente beaches, Balcón del Mediterráneo, the city from the east, Gran Hotel Bali, Intempo, and Neguri Gane buildings.

Flag	Coat of arms

Nickname(s):

"Beni"

Benidorm

Location in Province of Alicante

Benidorm

Location in Valencian Community

Benidorm

Location in Spain

Spain

Comarca

Marina Baixa

Judicial district

Benidorm

Area

• Total

38.51 km² (14.87 sq mi)

Elevation

15 m (49 ft)

Population

(2018)

• Total

67,558

• Density

1,754.30/km² (4,543.6/sq mi)

Demonym(s)

benidormense (es)
benidormer, -ra (va)

Time zone

UTC+1 (CET)

• Summer (DST)

UTC+2 (CEST)

Postal code

03501–03503

Official language(s)

Spanish, Valencian

Benidorm is a vibrant city located in the province of Alicante in eastern Spain. It sits right on the sunny Mediterranean coast. Benidorm is famous for its tall buildings, beautiful beaches, and lively atmosphere, making it a popular place for tourists from all over the world.

Benidorm's History
Who Lives in Benidorm?
How Benidorm is Governed
Fun Activities in Benidorm
More Pictures of Benidorm
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Benidorm's History

People have lived in the Benidorm area for a very long time. It is believed that settlements existed here as far back as 3000 BC. Archeologists have even found signs of ancient Roman and Punic (from Carthage) settlements. This shows that the area has been important for thousands of years!

Who Lives in Benidorm?

Benidorm has grown a lot over the years. Many people have moved here, especially since the mid-1900s. The city's population has increased from just a few thousand to tens of thousands of residents.

Here's how the population has changed over time:

Change in population
1857	1887	1910	1930	1950	1991	1996	2001	2005	2010	2014
3,720	3,183	3,498	3,113	25,544	42,442	50,044	51,873	67,492	71,198	69,010

Sunset over the port in Benidorm.

How Benidorm is Governed

Benidorm has a local government that makes decisions for the city. Since the 1990s, the city has mostly supported the People's Party (PP). This political party has often won the most seats in the local council elections. The local council helps run the city, making choices about things like parks, roads, and community activities.

Fun Activities in Benidorm

The city of Benidorm offers many activities for both residents and visitors. The local council often organizes events to keep people active and entertained.