Benimarfull facts for kids

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Municipality
The city Council of Benimarfull
Coat of arms
Benimarfull Location in Valencian Community
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Valencian Community
Province	Alicante
Comarca	Comtat
Judicial district	Alcoy
Area
• Total	5.6 km2 (2.2 sq mi)
Elevation	416 m (1,365 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	413
• Density	73.8/km2 (191.0/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Benimarfuller, benimarfullera
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	03827
Official language(s)	Valencian

Benimarfull is a small town in the Valencian Community, Spain. It is located in an area called Comtat, about 14.5 kilometers (9 miles) from the city of Alcoy. Benimarfull is part of a group of 14 towns. This group works together to help the area's economy, culture, and education.

Exploring Benimarfull's Geography

Benimarfull is found along the CV-700 road. This road goes through the beautiful Gallinera Valley. This valley is famous for its delicious cherries. Several small rivers, called ravines, flow through the town. These include the Sofre, Benimarfull, and Albacar ravines. All of them eventually join the Serpis river. Benimarfull shares its borders with other towns. These include Alcocer de Planes, Almudaina, Benillup, Cocentaina, Muro de Alcoy, and Planes.

A Look at Benimarfull's History

The name Benimarfull comes from Arabic words. It means "son of the bitter fountain." In the mid-1200s, King James I of Aragon took control of the area from the Muslims. It then became part of the Kingdom of Valencia. Later, in the mid-1400s, it joined the lordship of Guadalest. In 1574, a leader named Juan de Ribera created a document. This document officially named the area "Benimarfull." This was the first time the town's name appeared in writing.

Benimarfull's Population Changes

The number of people living in Benimarfull has changed over time. Since the early 1900s, the population has slowly gone down. In 2010, about 414 people lived there.

How Benimarfull Makes Money

Benimarfull's economy mainly relies on farming. Farmers grow crops without needing extra water, like olives and cherries. The town is famous for its "Montaña de Alicante" cherries. It also produces "Aceite virgen de oliva Mariola," which is a type of olive oil. Benimarfull also grows many aromatic plants and spices. These are used to make teas and infusions. They are sold under the brand name Herbes del Molí. Interestingly, Benimarfull has a high average income per person. In 2020, it was about 23,205 euros per person.

Important Buildings and Places

Benimarfull has some interesting historical buildings.

• Church of Santa Ana: This church was built in the 1500s. It is white and earthy in color. It has a tall bell tower with three sections.
• Fuente de Santa Ana Spa: This building is important for its architecture. In 1847, a spa opened here. It used water from a special spring. The spa was open until 1936.

Fun Events and Festivals

Benimarfull celebrates several lively events.

• Religious Festivities: In the second half of July, the town celebrates its religious holidays. These are dedicated to Saint James, Saint Anne, and the Holy Christ.
• Popular Festivities: In the first weekend of August, the town holds popular festivals. These include a special procession and parades. You can see people dressed as Moors and Christians. There are also dances and theater shows for everyone to enjoy.

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See also

• In Spanish: Benimarfull para niños