Valencia de Don Juan
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| Valencia de Don Juan / Coyanza | |
|---|---|
| Country | Spain |
| Autonomous community | Castile and León |
| Province | León |
| Municipality | Valencia de Don Juan |
| Area | |
| • Total | 58 km2 (22 sq mi) |
| Population (2004) | |
| • Total | 4,165 |
| • Density | 71.8/km2 (186/sq mi) |
| Time zone | CET (UTC+1) |
| • Summer (DST) | CEST (UTC+2) |
Valencia de Don Juan (Spanish pronunciation: [baˈlenθja de don xwan]; Coyanza in Leonese language) is a municipality located in the province of León, Castile and León, Spain. According to the 2004 census (INE), the municipality has a population of 4,165 inhabitants.
It's well known by its medieval castle.
Originally named Valencia de Campos, it was renamed after its 1st Lord and Duke, Infante John of Portugal.
Language [edit]
Coyanza City Council promotes Leonese language courses.
See also [edit]
Coordinates: 42°18′N 5°31′W / 42.300°N 5.517°W
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