El Ràfol de Salem facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
El Ràfol de Salem
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 El Ràfol de Salem
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Comarca | Vall d'Albaida | |
| Judicial district | Ontinyent | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 4.30 km2 (1.66 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 200 m (700 ft) | |
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 440 | |
| Demonym(s) | Rafolí, rafolina | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46843
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
El Ràfol de Salem is a small town in Spain. It is located in the Valencian Community, which is an area in eastern Spain. This town is part of a region called Vall d'Albaida.
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History of El Ràfol de Salem
People have lived in the area around El Ràfol de Salem for a very long time. We know this because scientists have found old pieces of pottery in the Rafol mountains. These pottery pieces show that people were living here even in prehistoric times.
Geography and Location
El Ràfol de Salem is located in the Vall d'Albaida region. This region is known for its beautiful landscapes and traditional towns. The town is about 200 meters (656 feet) above sea level.
Where is El Ràfol de Salem?
The town is in the Province of Valencia, which is part of the Valencian Community. It's in the eastern part of Spain.
People and Culture
As of 2018, about 440 people live in El Ràfol de Salem. People from this town are called Rafolí (for males) or rafolina (for females). The official language spoken here is Valencian.
Government and Leadership
The leader of El Ràfol de Salem is called the Alcalde, which is like a mayor. As of the information provided, the Alcalde is José Senabre Guillem. The Alcalde helps manage the town and make decisions for its people.
Images for kids
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The official shield of El Ràfol de Salem.
See also
In Spanish: Ráfol de Salem para niños
