Zaragoza, Ancient Roman city in Aragon, Spain
Description
Zaragoza stretches along the banks of the Ebro and combines two cathedrals, Islamic buildings, and Roman excavations within its central neighborhoods. The old town gathers around wide pedestrian streets, while modern residential areas extend toward the river plains.
History
The settlement arose between 25 and 12 BCE as Caesaraugusta and served Roman veterans as a colony before growing into a major administrative center. In the early Middle Ages, it became part of an Islamic kingdom and later passed into Christian hands, shaping its present architecture.
Culture
The Fiestas del Pilar in October transforms the city into a lively celebration where locals create flower carpets on public squares and offer traditional dishes from Aragon. During these days, many people wear regional costumes and participate in processions that lead to the basilica.
Practical
High-speed trains link the place with Madrid and Barcelona, while the local transport network includes buses and a modern tram line. Most attractions sit within walking distance of each other in the historic center, which is easy to explore on foot.
Did you know?
The Aljafería Palace remains the only preserved fortified Islamic residence from the 11th century in northern Spain. Its stucco decorations and arches display a building style that differs noticeably from palaces in the south of the Iberian Peninsula.
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Basilica of Our Lady of the Pillar
572 m
Aljafería
1.4 km
Cathedral of the Savior in his Epiphany of Zaragoza
502 m
Caesaraugusta
368 m
Aragonese Corts
1.4 km
Bridge Pavilion
2.5 km
Plaza de Nuestra Señora del Pilar
512 m
Puente de Piedra
737 m
Hospital Provincial de Nuestra Señora de Gracia
481 m
Galacho de Juslibol
7 km
Lonja de Zaragoza
542 m
Roman Theatre of Zaragoza
273 m
Ancient Roman wall of Zaragoza
567 m
Botorrita plaque
21.1 km
Iglesia parroquial de San Pablo
607 m
Saragossa Museum
478 m
Puerta del Carmen
605 m
Water Tower
3 km
Larrinaga Palace
2.1 km
Church of Saint Anthony of Padua
2 km
Charterhouse of Aula Dei
10.5 km
Plaza de España, Zaragoza
15 m
Iglesia parroquial basílica de Santa Engracia
392 m
Third Millennium Bridge
2.7 km
Zaragoza amusement park
3.9 km
Mercado de Lanuza
467 m
Patio de la Infanta, Zaragoza
694 m
CaixaForum Zaragoza
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