Benlloch

Infobox Settlement
official_name = Benlloch
other_name = Bell-lloc
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subdivision_name1 = Castellón
subdivision_name2 = Plana Alta
postal_code = 12181
area_total_km2 = 43.5
elevation_m = 315
population_total = 1019
population_as_of =
population_density_km2 = 23.43
leader_name = Juan José Edo Gil
election year = 2003
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website = http://www.benlloch.es/
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Benlloch (Valencian: Bell-lloc) is a municipality in the province of Castellón, Valencian Community, Spain located in the comarque of Plana Alta.

Geography

Benlloch is located in the center of the "Pla de l'Arc", itself in the center of Castellón. The town is an example of modern architecture and rural urbanism. The town is divided into a modern and historical section. It is divided into quadrants, some containing basic services with others containing plazas, houses and a fortified church. Benlloch shares a border with Alcalà de Xivert, Cabanes, Sierra Engarcerán, Torreblanca, Vall d'Alba, and Villanueva de Alcolea.

History

The Via Augusta passes through the city and artifacts are scattered throughout the surrounding region.

Administration

Demographics

Economy

The economy of Benlloch is focused around agricultural production and cattle. Due to mostly dry land in Benlloch, production of fruits and vegetables is made possible due to irrigation techniques. Pig production and poultry are also important industries. The craft industry is centered around "turrónes", carpentry, construction and locksmithing.

External links

* [http://www.benlloch.es/ Official site] es
* [http://www.ive.es Valencian Institute of Statistics] es
* [http://www.fvmp.es/fvmp3/guia Valencian Federation of Municipalities and Provinces - Tour guide] es