Elda facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Elda
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 Elda
Location in Valencian Community
Elda
Location in Spain
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| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous Community | Valencian Community | ||
| Province | Province of Alicante | ||
| Comarca | Vinalopó Mitjà | ||
| Judicial district | Elda | ||
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| • Total | 44.86 km2 (17.32 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 395 m (1,296 ft) | ||
| Population
(2018)
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| • Total | 52,404 | ||
| • Density | 1,168.17/km2 (3,025.5/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Eldense/sa | ||
| Postcode |
03600
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Elda is a lively city and a municipality in Spain, located in the province of Alicante. It's a pretty big city, ranking as the 7th most populated in its province. As of 2009, over 55,000 people lived there.
Elda is so close to the town of Petrer that they almost form one big city, with over 85,000 people living there! The Vinalopó river flows right through Elda, adding to its charm.
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What Makes Elda Special?
Elda is super famous for its footwear industry. They make amazing shoes, especially for women! If you love shoes, Elda is a great place to learn about how they are made.
Fun Places to Visit
There are many cool spots to explore in Elda. You can visit the Footwear Museum to see all kinds of shoes and learn about their history. The Archaeological Museum shows off ancient finds from the area.
Don't miss the Torre del Homenaje del castillo, which is a tower from a castle built way back in the 12th century! You can also check out Castelar Square, the Count of Coloma Palace, the Town Hall, and the beautiful church of Santa Ana.
Exciting Festivals
Elda also celebrates a very important and colorful festival called Moros y Cristianos. This festival remembers the history of battles between Moors and Christians in Spain with parades, music, and amazing costumes. It's a huge party for everyone!
Sports in Elda
If you're into sports, Elda has its own football team, CD Eldense. They are based right in the city.
Famous People from Elda
Many talented people were born in Elda, including:
- Elia Barceló, a well-known writer, born in 1957.
- Ana Oncina, a talented illustrator, born in 1989.
- Isabel Ortuño, a professional handball player, born in 1982.
- Pedrito Rico, a famous singer, actor, and dancer.
- Alba Rico, a Spanish singer and actress from the TV show Violetta, born in 1989.
- Juan Pascual Azorín Soriano, who used to be the mayor of Elda.
- Antonio Gades, a famous flamenco dancer, born in 1936.
See also
In Spanish: Elda para niños
