Foios facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Foios
Location in Province of Valencia
Foios
Location in Valencian Community
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Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Comarca | Horta Nord | |
| Judicial district | Montcada | |
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| • Total | 6.5 km2 (2.5 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 8 m (26 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,342 | |
| • Density | 1,130/km2 (2,925/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Foiero/a | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46134
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Foios is a small town in the Valencian Community of Spain. It is part of the Horta Nord area. As of 2019, about 7,342 people live there. Foios is known for its rich history and connection to the land.
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What Does the Name Foios Mean?
The name Foios has an interesting past. According to a historian named Gaspar Juan Escolano, the name comes from the Latin word Fundus. This word means "Inheritance" or "Farm". So, the name Foios might mean a place that was once a farm or inherited land.
A Quick Look at Foios' History
Early Times: Roman and Al-Andalus Roots
Foios has been home to people for a very long time. There are signs of a Roman villa in the area. This shows that Romans lived here many centuries ago. Later, the land became part of an Al-Andalus settlement called a Rahal. This Rahal was first mentioned in the year 1235.
How Foios Became Part of the Crown
In 1237, King Jaime I conquered Foios. He gave the land to a person named Roderic Eiximen of Llúcia. But soon after, the land was sold to the Díez family in 1238. Over the years, Foios changed hands a few times.
In 1386, Ramon Vilanova bought the lordship of Foios. However, after some time, Foios became a "Villa Real." This means it returned to the Crown of Aragon and was no longer owned by private families. It became a royal town.
Famous People from Foios
Ferran Torres: A Football Star
Foios is the hometown of a famous football player, Ferran Torres. He plays for FC Barcelona, one of the biggest football clubs. He also plays for the Spanish national team. Ferran Torres is a great example of talent from Foios.
