The Valencian language is a Romance language spoken primarily in the Valencian Community, an autonomous region in eastern Spain. It is considered a variety of Catalan, sharing many similarities in vocabulary and grammar. Valencian is recognized as an official language alongside Spanish in the region, promoting its use in education, media, and government. Valencian has a rich literary tradition and is used in various cultural expressions, including music and theater. The language has its own regulatory body, the Acadèmia Valenciana de la Llengua, which oversees its standardization and promotes its use among speakers and learners.