Alaquàs
Also known as Alaquas
Alaquàs, also known as , is a town and municipality in the Horta Oest comarca in the Valencian Community, Spain.
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- València / Valencia
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Article
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- Etymology
- Heritage
- Economy
- Local politics
- Summary of council seats won
- Climate
- International relations
- Twin towns – sister cities
- Culture
- Festivals
- International events
- Bordering towns
- See also
- Notes
- References
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Alaquàs, also known as , is a town and municipality in the Horta Oest comarca in the Valencian Community, Spain.
==Etymology== The town's name is of Arabic origin, coming from Al-Aquas (الأقواس), meaning "the Arches", believed to be a reference to a bridge of Moorish origin near the town.
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