Rafelguaraf facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Rafelguaraf
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 Rafelguaraf
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 | Alzira | |
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| • Total | 16.3 km2 (6.3 sq mi) | |
| Elevation | 38 m (125 ft) | |
| Population
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| • Total | 2,370 | |
| • Density | 145.4/km2 (376.6/sq mi) | |
| Demonym(s) | Rafelguareño/a | |
| Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) | |
| • Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) | |
| Postal code |
46666
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| Official language(s) | Valencian | |
Rafelguaraf is a small town, also called a municipality, located in the Valencian Community in Spain. It's part of a region known as the Ribera Alta.
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Welcome to Rafelguaraf!
Rafelguaraf is a charming municipality in the eastern part of Spain. It's a place where people live, work, and go to school, just like your own town or city. It has its own local government and services for its residents.
Where is Rafelguaraf Located?
Rafelguaraf is found in the Province of Valencia, which is part of the larger Valencian Community. This community is one of Spain's 17 "autonomous communities," meaning it has its own government and laws, similar to a state in some other countries. The town is also part of a smaller area called the Ribera Alta, which is a type of local region in Spain.
The town is located at coordinates 39 degrees North and 0 degrees West. This means it's in the northern hemisphere and to the west of the Prime Meridian. It sits at an elevation of about 38 meters (around 125 feet) above sea level, which is quite low. The total area of Rafelguaraf is about 16.3 square kilometers, which is roughly 6.3 square miles.
Who Lives in Rafelguaraf?
As of 2018, about 2,370 people lived in Rafelguaraf. The people who live there are called Rafelguareño (for a male) or Rafelguareña (for a female). The official language spoken in Rafelguaraf, like in much of the Valencian Community, is Valencian. This language is closely related to Spanish and Catalan.
Who Leads Rafelguaraf?
Every town needs a leader, and in Rafelguaraf, the main leader is called the Alcalde. This is like a mayor in many other countries. The Alcalde helps make decisions for the town, manages local services, and represents the people of Rafelguaraf. The current Alcalde of Rafelguaraf is Federico Tormo Vidal.
Other Facts About Rafelguaraf
When you send a letter to Rafelguaraf, you would use the postal code 46666. The town uses CET during most of the year, which is one hour ahead of Coordinated Universal Time (UTC+1). During summer, they switch to CEST, which is two hours ahead of UTC (UTC+2). If you want to learn more, you can visit the official website of Rafelguaraf.
See also
In Spanish: Rafelguaraf para niños
