Benillup facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Benillup
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The view of Benillup
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 Benillup
Location in Valencian Community
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Alicante | |
| Comarca | Comtat | |
| Judicial district | Alcoi | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 3.40 km2 (1.31 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 565 m (1,854 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 94 | |
| • Density | 27.65/km2 (71.6/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Benilluper, benillupera | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
03827
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Benillup is a very small town, also known as a municipality, in Spain. It is located in the Valencian Community, which is an autonomous region in the eastern part of Spain.
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Welcome to Benillup!
Benillup is a charming little place. It is part of a larger area called the Comtat region. This region is found within the Alicante province.
Where is Benillup?
Benillup is located in the eastern part of Spain. It sits at an elevation of 565 meters (about 1,854 feet) above sea level. This means it's nestled in a higher, possibly hilly or mountainous area. The total area of Benillup is quite small, covering only 3.40 square kilometers.
Who Lives in Benillup?
Benillup is one of the smallest municipalities in Spain. In 2018, only 94 people lived there! People from Benillup are called benilluper (for a boy or man) or benillupera (for a girl or woman).
How is Benillup Run?
Like many towns, Benillup has a leader. This leader is called the Alcalde, which is like a mayor. The Alcalde helps manage the town and its services. As of 2007, the Alcalde of Benillup was Enrique Coderch Ferrando. He belonged to a political group called the PP.
What Language Do They Speak?
The official language spoken in Benillup is Valencian. This language is similar to Spanish but has its own unique sounds and words.
See also
In Spanish: Benillup para niños
