Elche
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Children
Valencia Residents Forced to Leave Homes After Devastating Floods and Emotional Turmoil
Floods in Valencia have upended daily life for many. Residents are leaving their homes driven by anxiety and fear. The…
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Business and Company News
Madrid Allocates €1.5 Million for Woody Allen’s New Film at Ayuso’s Initiative
Madrid is investing €1.5 million in Woody Allen's new project. Ayuso champions artistic freedom and challenges cultural isolation. The decision…
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Education
Where Students Live in Alicante: Districts, Infrastructure, and Top Residences
Alicante is regarded as one of the most attractive cities for students. It offers modern infrastructure, convenient public transport, and…
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Economy
Madrid Destroys 450,000 Chickens After Bird Flu Outbreak in Valdemoro
Madrid authorities have culled nearly half a million chickens at a farm in Valdemoro following a dangerous bird flu outbreak.…
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Culture
El Escorial Launches a Vibrant Medieval Market with Music and Delicacies
From November 7 to 9, El Escorial invites visitors to a large-scale medieval market. Expect artisan stalls, street performances, and…
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Consumer
Guadalajara Court Orders Residents and Insurer to Fix Garage Leaks
A court in Guadalajara has ruled on a dispute over water leaks in a residential garage. The decision outlined the…
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Disasters. Ecology
Red Alert Issued for Heavy Rain in Murcia and Alicante
A red alert has been declared in Murcia and Alicante due to heavy rainfall. Some areas have recorded up to…
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Leisure
Spanish Police Warns of the Dangers of Leaving Valuables in Cars During Summer Holidays
The Spanish police have issued summer holiday safety recommendations, advising people not to leave valuables in plain sight inside vehicles…
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Consumer
Which Supermarkets Will Be Open on August 15, 2025 in Spain
August 15 marks the Assumption of the Virgin Mary in Spain — a national holiday that falls on a Friday…
Elche is the largest city in the province of Alicante in eastern Spain, renowned for its textile production and footwear industry. The city is one of the leading shoe manufacturing centers in Spain, accounting for more than a quarter of the country’s footwear industry. Elche is also a major producer of textiles, including products made from local fruits and light fabrics. In addition to these industries, agriculture plays a significant role, with Elche being a key producer of fruits, vegetables, and barley. Tourism is also an important part of the local economy, thanks to the city’s unique culture and attractions such as the Elche Palm Grove, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.