Requena, Spain facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Requena
Municipality
Flag Coat of arms
Requena Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous community	Valencian Community
Province	Valencia
Comarca	Requena-Utiel
Judicial district	Requena
Founded	7th century BC
Area
• Total	814.2 km2 (314.4 sq mi)
Elevation	692 m (2,270 ft)
Population  (2018)
• Total	20,227
• Density	24.8428/km2 (64.343/sq mi)
Demonym(s)	Requenense
Time zone	UTC+1 (CET)
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code	46340
Official language(s)	Spanish

Requena is a town in eastern Spain. It is located in the province of Valencia, right next to the Magro River.

This town used to be a strong Moorish fortress long ago. It was built in a powerful spot in the mountains called Las Cabrillas, which are about 1,000 meters high. You can still see parts of the old town walls and the ancient Moorish castle.

Requena has three old churches. The oldest one, San Nicolás, was built in the 13th century. It was fixed up in 1727. Close to the town, there are special sulphur springs called Fuentepodrida.

Villages and Areas in Requena

The municipality of Requena includes several smaller villages and areas. These are all part of the larger town.

• Barrio Arroyo
• Calderón
• Campo Arcís
• Casas de Cuadra
• Casas de Eufemia
• Casas de Sotos
• Casas del Río
• El Azagador
• El Derramador
• El Pontón
• El Rebollar
• Fuen Vich
• Hortunas
• La Portera
• Las Nogueras
• Los Cojos
• Los Duques
• Los Pedrones
• Los Ruices
• Los Isidros
• Penén de Albosa
• San Antonio
• San Juan
• Roma
• Villar de Olmos

Population Changes in Requena

The number of people living in Requena has changed over many years. This table shows how the population has grown and shrunk at different times.

Important Buildings to See

Requena has some interesting historical buildings. These include old churches that are important to the town's history.

• Iglesia del Carmen, Requena
• San Sebastian, Requena

Images for kids

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  A view of Requena.