Alcoià
Alcoià is a comarca in the province of Alicante, within the Valencian Community of Spain. In Valencian, the name is l'Alcoià. It lies in the inland, northern part of the province, with Alcoy (Alcoi) as its capital and largest city. The comarca includes several other municipalities connected to Alcoy by the valley and surrounding hills.
The landscape is predominantly mountainous, with the Serra de Mariola forming a defining feature and several
Historically, Alcoià is associated with early industrial development; Alcoy was a leading center of textile manufacturing
Culturally, the comarca is part of the Valencian-speaking region. Valencian is commonly used in public life,
Overall, Alcoià combines a prominent industrial heritage with natural landscapes and a rich cultural calendar, reflecting