Elda
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| Elda | |||
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  Elda | |||
| Coordinates: 38°28′44″N 0°47′48″W / 38.47889°N 0.79667°W | |||
| Country | Spain | ||
| Autonomous community | Valencian community | ||
| Province | Alicante | ||
| Comarca | Medio Vinalopó | ||
| Judicial district | Elda | ||
| Government | |||
| • Mayor | Adela Pedrosa (PP) | ||
| Area | |||
| • Total | 44.86 km2 (17.32 sq mi) | ||
| Elevation | 395 m (1,296 ft) | ||
| Population (2009) | |||
| • Total | 50,168 | ||
| • Density | 1,100/km2 (2,900/sq mi) | ||
| Demonym | Eldenses | ||
| Postcode | 03600 | ||
| Website | Official website | ||
Elda (Spanish: [ˈelda], Valencian: [ˈɛɫda]) is a city located in the province of Alicante, Spain. As of 2009, it has a total population of 55,618 inhabitants, ranking as the 7th most populous city in the province. Elda joins together with the town of Petrer to form a conurbation with over 85,000 inhabitants. The river Vinalopó flows through the urban area of Elda.
Elda is known for its footwear industry, in particular for women's shoes. Tourist sites include the Footwear Museum, the Archaeological Museum, the Torre del Homenaje del castillo (a tower dating from the 12th century), Castelar Square, Count of Coloma Palace, the Town Hall and the church of Santa Ana. It also celebrates the important festival of Moros y Cristianos.
See also
External links
- Ayuntamiento de Elda, Town Hall of Elda, in Spanish.
- Museo del Calzado, Footwear Museum of Elda, in Spanish.
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