Gaianes facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Gaianes
Municipality
Gaianes vist des de l'albufera
Coat of arms
Gaianes Location in Valencian Community
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Valencian Community
Province	Alicante
Comarca	Comtat
Judicial district	Alcoy
Area
• Total	9,60 km2 (370 sq mi)
Elevation	420 m (1,380 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	471
• Density	0.4906/km2 (1.271/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Gayanero, gayanera
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	03840
Official language(s)	Valencian

Gaianes is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Valencia region of Spain. It is part of the Alicante province, specifically in an area known as the Comtat. Gaianes is a quiet place with a rich history and beautiful natural surroundings.

Exploring Gaianes' Historic Buildings

Gaianes has several interesting buildings that tell stories of its past. These places are great to visit and learn about the town's history.

Ancient Castle of Gayanes

• The Gayanes Castle is a small, old castle.
• It was built to watch over the Serpis river long ago.
• Today, you can still see the main tower and parts of its old walls.
• Most of the castle is now in ruins, but it's still a cool historical spot.

Town Hall and Church

• The Gayanes Town Hall is where the local government works.
• It is located in a beautiful old manor house, very close to the church.
• The San Jaime Apostol Church is a very old and important building.
• It was built in 1526 on the site where a mosque once stood.

San Francisco de Paula Hermitage

• The San Francisco de Paula Hermitage dates back to the early 1700s.
• During local holidays, people have a special walk, called a pilgrimage, to this hermitage.
• They carry an image of Saint Francisco de Paula, making it a very meaningful event for the community.

Discovering Gaianes' Natural Beauty

Gaianes is surrounded by amazing natural places, perfect for exploring and enjoying the outdoors.

Albufera Lagoon of Gayanes

• The Albufera of Gayanes is a lovely lagoon found right in Gayanes.
• It is a special natural area because it is home to many different kinds of plants and animals.
• This makes it a great spot for nature lovers and for studying biodiversity.

Benicadell Mountain and Serpis River

• Benicadell is a large mountain near Gaianes.
• Gaianes is located right at the foot of this impressive mountain.
• Benicadell is part of the Serra Mariola Natural Park, which stretches between Alicante and Valencia provinces.
• The Serpis River flows right through Gaianes, adding to its natural charm.

Green Route of the Serpis River

• The Green route of the Serpis River is a special path.
• It follows the old railway line that was built in 1892.
• This railway, called the Ferrocarril Alcoy Gandia, used to pass through Gaianes.
• Now, it's a peaceful route for walking or cycling, letting you enjoy the river and nature.

See also

In Spanish: Gayanes para niños