Novelda Facts for Kids

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Novelda

Monastery of Santa María Magdalena.

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Novelda

Location in Province of Alicante

Novelda

Location in Valencian Community

Novelda

Location in Spain

Spain

Comarca

Vinalopó Mitjà

Area

• Total

75.7 km² (29.2 sq mi)

Elevation

241 m (791 ft)

Population

(2018)

• Total

25,725

• Density

339.83/km² (880.2/sq mi)

• Language

Spanish

Demonym(s)

Noveldense (Spanish)
Novelder, noveldera (Valencian)

Postcode

03660

Novelda is a town in Spain. It is located in the province of Alicante. As of 2009, about 27,135 people lived there. Novelda is famous for its beautiful buildings and interesting history.

What is Novelda Known For?
A Peek into History
Fun Places to Visit
Notable People
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What is Novelda Known For?

Novelda is a very important place for the marble industry. The town has many quarries and mines. These mines provide materials like marble, limestone, and clay. Marble from Novelda is used in many buildings around the world.

A Peek into History

Novelda has a long and exciting history. It was probably first settled by the Greeks. Later, it was controlled by the Carthaginians and then the Romans.

Many centuries later, the town was taken over by the Moors. A son of Ferdinand III of Castile later conquered it back. This rich history means you can find many old buildings and ruins in the area.

Fun Places to Visit

Novelda has many cool places that tourists love to see.

Santa María Magdalena Monastery

The monastery of Santa María Magdalena was built in the 1800s. It has a church designed by a student of Antoni Gaudí. Gaudí was a famous Spanish architect. The church's design is very unique and beautiful.

Mola Castle

You can also visit the Moorish castle of the Mola. This old castle has a very special triangular tower. It is one of a kind and looks amazing.

Museum of Modernism

The Museum of Modernism is another great spot. It is a well-preserved Art Nouveau house. This house has original items from the 1920s. The building itself is like a work of art. It was designed by Pedro Cerdan Martinez. Today, it helps people learn about and enjoy modernist art.