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Manuel
Coat of arms of Manuel
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Manuel is located in Spain
Manuel
Manuel
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Valencian Community
Province Valencia
Comarca Ribera Alta
Judicial district Alzira
Area
 • Total 6 km2 (2 sq mi)
Elevation
40 m (130 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 2,439
 • Density 410/km2 (1,050/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Manuelense/a
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
46660
Official language(s) Valencian

Manuel is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Spain. It is part of the comarca (a type of region) called Ribera Alta. This area is found within the Valencian Community.

Manuel is a place where about 2,400 people live. It is known for its quiet, traditional Spanish life. The town is located in the province of Valencia.

Manuel's Location and Area

Manuel is situated in the Valencian Community, which is on the eastern coast of Spain. The town is about 40 meters (131 feet) above sea level. This means it is not very high up, but it is safe from the sea.

The total area of Manuel is about 6 square kilometers (2.3 square miles). This makes it a relatively small municipality. It is surrounded by other towns and agricultural lands.

Government and Leadership

Like all municipalities in Spain, Manuel has its own local government. The main leader of the town is called the Alcalde. This is similar to a mayor in other countries.

The current Alcalde of Manuel is José Cambra Bueno. He works to make decisions for the town. These decisions help improve the lives of the people living there.

Language in Manuel

The main language spoken in Manuel is Valencian. This is a co-official language in the Valencian Community. It is spoken alongside Spanish.

Many people in Manuel speak both Valencian and Spanish. This reflects the rich cultural heritage of the region.

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