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"Valencia" is a proper noun which is often translated as "Valencia", and "Spain" is a proper noun which is often translated as "España". Learn more about the difference between "Valencia" and "Spain" below.
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)A proper noun refers to the name of a person, place, or thing.
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Paella, one of Spain's most typical dishes, comes from Valencia.La paella, uno de los platos más típicos de España, proviene de Valencia.