Valencia
A community guide to Valencia in Comunidad Valenciana, España.
- Population
- 769,128 residents
- Region
- Comunidad Valenciana
- Country
- España
- Coordinates
- 39.4739, -0.3797
Economy and services
The economy of Valencia 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 Valencia draw from the regional labour pool and supply both local needs and the broader market beyond the immediate area.
Geography and location
Valencia sits at approximate coordinates 39.4739 latitude and -0.3797 longitude within Comunidad Valenciana. The terrain and natural features around Valencia 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.
Visiting
Valencia welcomes visitors year-round. Points of interest in and around the community reflect the local character of this part of Comunidad Valenciana, and the surrounding region offers further opportunities for exploration. Accommodation, dining, and visitor services in Valencia are available at the scale appropriate for a community of its size, with additional options in nearby places across Comunidad Valenciana. For travellers passing through España, Valencia provides a snapshot of regional life worth a closer look.