Requena is a municipality in eastern Spain, in the province of Valencia, located on the left bank of the river Magro.
History The town used to be a Moorish fortress, occupying a strong position in the mountainous region of Las Cabrillas (1000 metres). It is dominated by the ancient citadel of the Moors, and still has traces of the original town walls. Requena was the target of an unsuccessful crusade in 1219–1220.
There are three ancient parish churches; San Nicolás, the oldest, dates back to the 13th century, but was partly restored in 1727. Near the town are the sulphurous springs of Fuentepodrida.
List of settlements included in the municipality Barrio Arroyo Calderón Campo Arcís Casas de Cuadra Casas de Eufemia Casas de Sotos Casas del Río El Azagador El Derramador El Pontón El Rebollar Fuen Vich Hortunas La Portera Las Nogueras Los Cojos Los Duques Los Pedrones Los Ruices Los Isidros Penén de Albosa San Antonio San Juan Roma Villar de Olmos
Demography Demographic evolution of Requena1900 1910 1920 1930 1940 1950 1960 1970 1981 1991 2000 2006 200716.236 17.658 18.818 17.650 19.42220.253 18.933 17.840 18.152 17.014 19.092 20.216 20.440
Notable places of interest
Iglesia del Carmen, Requena San Sebastian, Requena
See also List of municipalities in Valencia
External links
Images of Requena
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