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Vallés
Flag of Vallés
Flag
Coat of arms of Vallés
Coat of arms
Vallés is located in Spain
Vallés
Vallés
Location in Spain
Country  Spain
Autonomous community  Valencian Community
Province Valencia
Comarca Costera
Judicial district Xàtiva
Area
 • Total 1.2 km2 (0.5 sq mi)
Elevation
98 m (322 ft)
Population
 (2018)
 • Total 157
 • Density 131/km2 (339/sq mi)
Demonym(s) Vallesino/a
Time zone UTC+1 (CET)
 • Summer (DST) UTC+2 (CEST)
Postal code
46818
Official language(s) Valencian

Vallés is a small and friendly town (also called a municipality) located in the Valencian Community, a beautiful region in Spain. It is part of an area known as Costera. Vallés is a quiet place where people live and work together.

Iglesia de San Juan Bautista de Vallés 01
Exterior of the Church of San Juan Bautista in Vallés

Where is Vallés Located?

Vallés is found in the eastern part of Spain. It is part of the Province of Valencia. This province is one of three that make up the Valencian Community.

What is the Valencian Community?

The Valencian Community is one of Spain's 17 autonomous communities. Think of it like a state or a large region with its own government. It has its own culture and language, Valencian, which is similar to Catalan.

What is a Comarca?

A comarca is a traditional region in Spain. It's a bit like a county. Vallés is in the comarca of Costera. This area is known for its history and natural beauty.

People and Size of Vallés

Vallés is a very small town. In 2018, about 157 people lived there. This makes it one of the smaller municipalities in the region.

How Big is Vallés?

The town covers an area of about 1.2 square kilometers. This is a very small area, showing just how compact and close-knit the community is. The people who live in Vallés are called Vallesino (for a man) or Vallesina (for a woman).

Who Leads Vallés?

Every town in Spain has a leader. In Vallés, the leader is called the Alcalde. The current Alcalde is José Luis Herrero Postigo.

What Does an Alcalde Do?

The Alcalde is like the mayor of the town. They are in charge of making decisions for the community. This includes things like local services, town events, and making sure the town runs smoothly. They work to improve life for everyone in Vallés.

Language in Vallés

The official language spoken in Vallés is Valencian. This language is used alongside Spanish in daily life and in official documents.

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