Montesa, Spain facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Montesa
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 Montesa
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Comarca | Costera | |
| Judicial district | Xàtiva | |
| Area | ||
| • Total | 48.1 km2 (18.6 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 340 m (1,120 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 1,180 | |
| • Density | 24.53/km2 (63.5/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Montesino/a | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46692
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Montesa is a small town, also called a municipality, located in Spain. It is part of the Valencian Community, which is an autonomous community in the eastern part of the country.
This town is found within the Province of Valencia. It belongs to a region known as Costera, which is a type of local area called a comarca.
Montesa is known for its history and its beautiful surroundings. It is a place where people can learn about Spanish culture and enjoy the natural landscape.
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Where is Montesa?
Montesa is located in the eastern part of Spain. It is situated in the Valencian Community, which is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. Think of an autonomous community like a large region with its own government.
Location in Valencia
The town is specifically found in the Province of Valencia. This province is part of the larger Valencian Community. Montesa is also part of the Costera comarca. A comarca is a traditional region, often with shared geography or history.
Geographic Details
Montesa is about 340 meters (1,115 feet) above sea level. It covers an area of about 48.1 square kilometers (18.6 square miles). This makes it a relatively small municipality in terms of land size.
People of Montesa
As of 2018, about 1,180 people live in Montesa. People from Montesa are called "Montesino" (for a male) or "Montesina" (for a female).
Local Government
The leader of the town is called the Alcalde, which is like a mayor. The current Alcalde of Montesa is José Albalat Grimaltos. The Alcalde helps manage the town and make decisions for its residents.
Official Language
The official language spoken in Montesa is Valencian. This language is closely related to Catalan and is spoken throughout the Valencian Community.
Images for kids
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A view of Montesa and its historic castle.
