Villa (disambiguation) facts for kids

A villa is a type of house, often large and fancy, usually found in the countryside or a quiet suburban area. In ancient Roman times, a villa was a big country home for wealthy people. Today, the word "villa" can mean different things, from a luxurious holiday home to a grand private residence.

Villa can also refer to:

What is a Villa?

Ancient Roman Villas

Long ago, in the time of the Roman Empire, a villa was a large country house. Rich Romans owned these homes, often with big farms attached. They used them as getaways from the busy city life. These villas were not just houses; they were like small estates with gardens, baths, and even places for farm workers.

Modern Villas

Today, the word "villa" often describes a beautiful, spacious house. These homes usually have a lot of land around them, like gardens or even private pools. Many modern villas are built in sunny places and are popular as vacation rentals. People might rent a villa for a holiday to have more space and privacy than a hotel.

Places Called Villa

Many places around the world are named Villa. This name often comes from the idea of a country estate or a small settlement. Here are a few examples:

• Villa, Rõuge Parish, a small village in Estonia.
• Villa, Norway, an island located in Norway.
• Villa (Saint Vincent), a city found on the island of Saint Vincent.
• Villa, Ohio, a community in the United States.

Other Meanings of Villa

The word "Villa" is used in many other ways too!

People

• Villa (surname): Many people have "Villa" as their last name. For example, David Villa is a famous Spanish footballer.

Animals

• Villa (fly): This is the name of a type of bee fly. These flies are often fuzzy and look a bit like bees, but they are actually flies!

Buildings and Institutions

• Aso Villa: This is a very important building in Nigeria. It is the official home and workplace of the President of Nigeria.
• Villa Maria College: This is a college located in Buffalo, New York, where students go to learn and get their degrees.

Sports Teams

"Villa" is a popular nickname for several sports clubs around the world, especially football (soccer) teams.

• Aston Villa F.C.: This is a very well-known English football club that plays in the Premier League, one of the top football leagues in the world. Their fans often just call them "Villa."
• Villa Lidköping BK: This is a bandy club from Sweden. Bandy is a sport similar to ice hockey, played on a large ice rink.
• SC Villa: This is a football club from Uganda, a country in East Africa.

See also

In Spanish: Villa para niños

• Villas (disambiguation)