Soria Province, Administrative province in eastern Castile and León, Spain
The area is an administrative province in eastern Castile and León, marked by mountain ranges, pine forests and river valleys within the Sistema Ibérico. It holds 183 municipalities, from the cathedral town of El Burgo de Osma to dozens of smaller settlements with Romanesque architecture.
The territory developed during medieval times as a frontier zone between Christian and Muslim lands, leaving behind many castles and fortifications. After the reconquest, a network of small settlements and monasteries took shape, shaping the landscape that remains today.
More than 180 Romanesque churches from the 11th and 12th centuries stand across small villages, many with fewer than a dozen residents. Rural festivals continue throughout the year with processions and traditional music rooted in centuries-old customs.
A highway links the area to Madrid, letting travelers reach the capital in around two hours. Outside the main towns, many roads are narrow and winding, so a personal vehicle is helpful for most routes.
The territory records the lowest population density in Spain at nine inhabitants per square kilometer, on par with the Scottish Highlands. Some villages count fewer than ten residents, yet their Romanesque churches remain maintained and used during festivals.
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