Benlloc

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Ayuntamiento de Benlloc
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Pastissets de carabassa i mel (Benlloc)

Benlloc is a municipality in the province of Castellón, Valencian Community, Spain, located in the comarca of Plana Alta.

Geography

Benlloc 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. It is divided into a modern and a historical section, with these subdivided into quadrants, some containing basic services with others containing plazas, houses and a fortified church. Benlloc shares a border with Alcalà de Xivert, Cabanes, Serra d'En Galceran, Torreblanca, Vall d'Alba, and Vilanova d'Alcolea.

History

The Via Augusta passes through the city, and remains of ancient Roman times are scattered throughout the surrounding region.

Administration

List of mayors from the democratic elections of 1979
Period Name Political party
1979-1983
1983-1987
1987-1991
1991-1995
1995-1999
1999-2003
2003-2007 Juan José Edo Gil PSPV-PSOE
2007-2011
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Ermita de Loreto (Benlloc)
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Panorámica de Benlloc (Castellón)
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Iglesia Parroquial de la Asunción (Benlloc)
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Iglesia Parroquial de la Asunción de Nuestra Señora (Benlloc)
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Mercado urbano de los domingos (Benlloc, Castellón)
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Murallas de Benlloc

Demographics

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Economy

The economy of Benlloc is focused around agricultural production and cattle. Due to mostly dry land in Benlloc, 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 on turrónes, carpentry, construction and locksmithing.

Notable people

References

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External links

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