Castelló de la Plana
A community guide to Castelló de la Plana in Comunidad Valenciana, España.
- Population
- 171,857 residents
- Region
- Comunidad Valenciana
- Country
- España
- Coordinates
- 39.9857, -0.0493
Geography and location
Castelló de la Plana sits at approximate coordinates 39.9857 latitude and -0.0493 longitude within Comunidad Valenciana. The terrain and natural features around Castelló de la Plana reflect those typical of its part of España, with land use, water access, and transport corridors that have shaped the way the community has developed over time. Travel distances to neighbouring populated places vary, with the wider Comunidad Valenciana road network providing the principal routes in and out.
History
The history of Castelló de la Plana is bound up with the broader story of Comunidad Valenciana. Settlement, agriculture, and trade have all left their mark on the area, with successive generations of residents contributing to the community as it stands today. Like many places across España, Castelló de la Plana has experienced periods of growth and quiet alongside the patterns of regional change. Local landmarks, civic buildings, and cultural sites carry traces of each chapter in the area's longer story.
Economy and services
The economy of Castelló de la Plana reflects a diversified urban economy, with employment distributed across the sectors typical for similarly-sized communities in Comunidad Valenciana. Local services include the everyday provisions residents and visitors expect — retail, food, and personal services — supported by the wider municipal infrastructure of Comunidad Valenciana and España. Businesses based in Castelló de la Plana draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.