Pinoso / El Pinós facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Pinoso
El Pinós
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Torre del Reloj.
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 Pinoso
Location in Province of Alicante
Pinoso
Location in Valencian Community
Pinoso
Location in Spain
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| Country |  Spain |
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| Autonomous community |  Valencian Community |
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| Province | Alicante | ||
| Comarca | Vinalopó Mitjà | ||
| Judicial district | Novelda | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 126.9 km2 (49.0 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 450 m (1,480 ft) | ||
| Population
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| • Total | 7,845 | ||
| • Density | 61.820/km2 (160.11/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym(s) | Pinoseros | ||
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | ||
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | ||
| Postal code |
03650
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| Official language(s) | Valencian, Spanish | ||
Pinoso (pronounced pee-NOH-so), also known as El Pinós in Valencian, is a traditional town in Spain. It is located in the beautiful mountainous countryside near the border of the Alicante and Murcia regions. Pinoso is about 56 kilometers (about 35 miles) from the city of Alicante.
This charming town is well-known for producing excellent wines, rock salt, and beautiful marble. Pinoso has a population of about 7,845 people and covers an area of 126 square kilometers (about 49 square miles). In recent years, more and more visitors have discovered this lovely place.
Areas within Pinoso
The municipality of Pinoso includes the main town and ten smaller local areas. These smaller areas are like little villages or hamlets that are part of the larger Pinoso region. They include:
- El Rodriguillo
- Culebró
- Les Enzebres
- Ubeda
- Cases d'Ibáñez (also called Les Casetes)
- Lel
- Cases del Pi
- El Paredó
- La Cavallussa
- Tresfonts
Famous People from Pinoso
Pinoso has been home to some important people who have made a difference in science and politics.
José Mira Mira
José Mira Mira (1944–2008) was a Spanish scientist. He was known for his work in different scientific fields.
Pedro Solbes Mira
Pedro Solbes Mira (1942–2023) was a well-known Spanish politician. He served as a minister for economic affairs in Spain. He was also a European Commissioner for economic and money matters in the European Commission, which is part of the European Union.
