Ciudad Quesada, Alicante facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Ciudad Quesada
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Ciudad Quesada from above
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 Ciudad Quesada
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
| Province | Alicante |
| Elevation | 100 m (300 ft) |
| Population
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| • Total | 16,583 |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Ciudad Quesada is a district located in the sunny country of Spain. It is part of a larger area called Rojales. This district is in the Province of Alicante, which is on the eastern coast of Spain. In 2013, about 16,583 people lived in Ciudad Quesada.
About Ciudad Quesada
Ciudad Quesada is in the southern part of Rojales. It is only about 6 kilometers (about 3.7 miles) away from the beautiful Mediterranean Sea. This makes it a popular place for people who enjoy beaches and warm weather.
How Ciudad Quesada Started
Ciudad Quesada was not always a town. It was started in the 1970s by a Spanish businessman named Justo Quesada. He had a vision to create a new community. Over time, his project grew into a real town. Today, it even has its own local government, like other towns in Spain.
Education in Ciudad Quesada
Ciudad Quesada is home to a special school. It is called Den Norske Skolen I Rojales (DNSR). This is a Norwegian school. It serves students from Norway who live in the area. This shows that many different people live in Ciudad Quesada.
