Raspay facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
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 Raspay
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| Country | Spain |
| Province | Murcia |
| Municipality | Murcia |
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| • Total | 100 |
Raspay (which is called El Raspai in Valencian) is a small village in eastern Spain. It is part of the larger area known as the Yecla municipality. In 2017, about 100 people lived in Raspay.
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Exploring Raspay's Location
Raspay is located in the beautiful Murcia region of Spain. It sits about 23 kilometers (about 14 miles) away from Yecla, which is the main town of its municipality. The village is nestled at the bottom of the Sierra de las Pansas, which is a smaller hill. This hill is part of the larger Sierra del Carche mountain range. Imagine living right next to a mountain!
A Glimpse into Raspay's Past
The first official mention of Raspay was in 1855. This is when a person named Antonio Ibáñez became the first priest in charge of the local church area.
More recently, since 2005, people in Raspay have been working to keep the Valencian language alive. They offer special classes to help people learn and use Valencian. This is important because Raspay is close to the Carche region, where many people speak Catalan, a language similar to Valencian.
Who Lives in Raspay?
When we look at the people living in Raspay, we learn some interesting facts. About one-third of the people are from other countries in Europe. This means Raspay is a welcoming place for people from different backgrounds!
Most of the people in Raspay are older. About two-thirds of the residents are over 60 years old. Only a small number, about 7%, are younger than 15. This is about half the number of young people you would find in other parts of Spain.
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The church in Raspay.
