Montserrat, Valencia facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Montserrat
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 Montserrat
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Valencia | |
| Comarca | Ribera Alta | |
| Judicial district | Picassent | |
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| • Total | 45.6 km2 (17.6 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 169 m (554 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 7,583 | |
| • Density | 166.29/km2 (430.7/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Montserrater/a | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46192
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Montserrat (pronounced mon-seh-RAT), also known as Montserrat d'Alcalà, is a cool town in Spain. It's a municipality located in the Valencian Community. This area is part of the Ribera Alta region.
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About Montserrat
Montserrat is a municipality in the Valencian Community of Spain. It is located in the Ribera Alta comarca, which is like a county or district. The town has a population of about 7,583 people, based on 2018 numbers.
Location and Geography
Montserrat is situated in the province of Valencia. It is part of the larger country of Spain. The town is about 169 meters (554 feet) above sea level. Its total area is around 45.6 square kilometers.
Local Government
The town of Montserrat is led by an Alcalde, which is like a mayor. The current leader is Laura Sanjuan Campos. The local government helps manage the town and its services for residents.
Fun Cultural Events
Montserrat is known for a special music event that happens every year.
International Chamber Music Week
Since 1981, Montserrat has hosted the "International Week of Chamber Music." This festival brings together many talented musicians. They perform chamber music, which is music played by a small group of instruments. Many famous artists with lots of musical experience come to perform at this festival. It's a great chance to hear amazing music!
See also
In Spanish: Monserrat (Valencia) para niños
