Cabanes, Castellón facts for kids
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Cabanes
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Arch of Cabanes
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 Cabanes
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Castelló | |
| Comarca | Plana Alta | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 131.60 km2 (50.81 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 290 m (950 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,889 | |
| • Density | 21.953/km2 (56.858/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Cabanyut | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
12560
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Cabanes (pronounced "ka-BAH-nes"), sometimes called Cabanes de l'Arc, is a charming village and municipality in Spain. It's located in the comarca (a type of region) called Plana Alta, which is part of the province of Castellón in the Valencian Community.
This historic place is famous for its connections to ancient Rome. You can even see a real Roman arch nearby!
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Discover Cabanes: A Village with History
Cabanes is found in the eastern part of Spain, close to the Mediterranean Sea. It's a small community with about 2,889 people living there as of 2018. The people from Cabanes are called "Cabanyuts." The official language spoken here is Valencian, which is a type of Catalan language.
Journey Through Time: Cabanes' History
Cabanes has a very long history, stretching back to ancient Roman times! A famous old Roman road called the Via Augusta used to pass right by the village. This road was super important for travel and trade across the Roman Empire.
The Arch of Cabanes
One of the most amazing historical sights in Cabanes is the Arch of Cabanes. This impressive arch was built by the Romans in the 2nd century AD, which means it's almost 2,000 years old! It stands as a reminder of the powerful Roman Empire and how it influenced this area. The arch is a type of triumphal arch, often built to celebrate victories or important events.
Explore Old Settlements
In the area around Cabanes, you can also find the ancient settlement of Albalat dels Ànecs. This place has several old fortified buildings. These buildings were likely used for protection a long time ago. Exploring them can feel like stepping back in time to see how people lived and defended themselves centuries ago.
How Cabanes is Governed
Like other towns, Cabanes has a local government that helps run the village. The leader of the municipality is called the Mayor. As of recent times, the Mayor of Cabanes is Francisco Vicente Artola Escuriola. He belongs to a political group called the People's Party.
