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vill

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ˈvil

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a small residential settlement an ancient vill nestled midst the verdant hills

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Castellón To the north, Castellón unfolds as a mountainous marvel where medieval citadels, golden beaches, and tiny fishing villages create a landscape of contrasts, with the scent of citrus perfuming the air.

— Condé Nast Traveler, Condé Nast Traveler, 3 Sep. 2026
By mid-afternoon the next day, residents in the surrounding villages were told to vacate their premises.

— Chris Marshall-Bell, New York Times, 3 Sep. 2026

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