Burriana, Castellón facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Burriana/Borriana
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 Burriana/Borriana
Location in Province of Castellón
Burriana/Borriana
Location in Valencian Community
Burriana/Borriana
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Castellón | ||
| Comarca | Plana Baixa | ||
| Judicial district | Castelló de la Plana | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 47.2 km2 (18.2 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 13 m (43 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 34,544 | ||
| • Density | 731.9/km2 (1,895.5/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Borrianenc/a | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
12530
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| Official language(s) | Valencian and Spanish | ||
Burriana (also called Borriana) is a lively town in eastern Spain. It's located in the province of Castellón, which is part of the Valencian Community. More than 34,000 people live here!
The town sits right by the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. It's surrounded by many orange tree fields, which get their water from the Millars River.
Burriana has about 15 kilometers (about 9 miles) of coastline. Its main beach, "El Arenal," is a very popular spot, especially in summer. "El Arenal" is about 2 kilometers long and has been given a "blue flag" award. This award means the beach has excellent sand and clean water, thanks to the town's efforts.
The beach is only about 1.5 kilometers (less than a mile) from the town center. In summer, the number of people at the seaside can triple because of vacationers and locals moving closer to the beach. You can easily reach Burriana from Castelló de la Plana using the CV-18 or N-340 roads.
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Welcome to Burriana!
Burriana is a town with a rich history and a strong connection to the sea and its orange groves. It's known for its beautiful beaches and interesting past.
Exploring Burriana's Coastline
The town's location by the Mediterranean Sea makes it a great place for beach lovers. "El Arenal" beach is a highlight, perfect for swimming and relaxing. The "blue flag" award shows how clean and well-kept the beach is.
A Glimpse into History
Burriana has a long history. An American writer named James A. Michener once visited Burriana when he was young. He arrived on a ship that was collecting oranges for making marmalade in Scotland. Back then, oranges were loaded into metal barrels and pulled out to sea by bulls!
Today, Burriana has special places dedicated to James A. Michener, like a street named after him. There's even a sign with a quote from his book, where he describes seeing Burriana for the first time from the sea.
The town was also home to a Jewish community after the area was taken back by Christians in 1233. However, in 1492, when Jews were asked to leave Spain, they moved to the nearby port of Valencia.
Famous Places to See
Burriana has several interesting places to visit:
- Church of El Salvador: This church dates back to the 13th century. It has a mix of early Gothic and Romanesque styles. Its tall bell tower was built in the 15th century.
- Sea Tower: A historic tower from the 16th century.
- Modernist House: An example of beautiful modern architecture.
- Underwater Archaeology Center: A place where you can learn about discoveries made under the sea.
- Clot de la Mare de Déu natural park: A lovely natural park to explore.
- Orange Museum: A unique museum dedicated to the history and importance of oranges in the region.
- Municipal Archaeology Museum: Here you can see artifacts from Burriana's past.
People Who Made a Difference
Many notable people have come from Burriana:
- Juan Bautista Soler Martí (1879–1936): A businessman and mayor of Burriana who helped improve the town's port.
- Jaime Chicharro Sánchez-Guió (1889–1934): A politician and entrepreneur who also played a big part in developing the Burriana harbor.
- Juan Granell Pascual (1902–1962): A politician who worked to bring new investments for railways, roads, and other town improvements during his time.
- Enric Monsonís Domingo (1931–2011): A liberal politician who served as a leader in the Valencian Community's government from 1979 to 1982.
- Vicente Enrique y Tarancón (1907–1994): A very important Cardinal in the Roman Catholic Church, who was the Archbishop of Madrid for many years.
- Mercedes Sanchordi (1969–2018): A town councilor and member of the regional parliament, the Corts Valencianes.
Burriana's Neighborly Connections
Burriana has a special connection with one other town:
Vila-real, Spain
See also
In Spanish: Burriana para niños
