A Roman Gem in Spain: What to See in Zaragoza, Zaragoza, Spain
Nothing prepares you for arriving in the centre of Zaragoza. Awe-inspiring is the first word that springs to mind. The sight of the Walls and Domes of the Old City from across a 16th-century stone Bridge is surprisin in its Magnificence, and its monuments are testament to the city鈥檚 rich and complex history, spanning two millennia.
Zaragoza was probably founded in 14Bc, by Emperor Augustus. It was the only city in the empire bearing the full name of the Emperor who founded it. Because of this unique Augustan connection, it is thought that it may have been founded on December 23, To coincide with and Celebrate the Emperor鈥檚 50th birthday.
Born with such unique omens, it flourished into an important Roman commercial and cultural centre. The聽Remains聽of the buildings of that Era still give an idea of the importance of Roman Zaragoza.
After the end of the Roman Empire and of its Successor, the Visigothic Kingdom, in the 8th century Zaragoza fell under Arab rule, and became the capital of an important聽Taifa聽(principality).This was another golden age for the city, that became a significant intellectual and artistic hub. The palace of the Zaragoza rulers, The Aljafer铆a Palace, a magnificent Moorish fortress-palace, still stands, and is one of the city鈥檚 landmarks. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
Zaragoza was probably founded in 14Bc, by Emperor Augustus. It was the only city in the empire bearing the full name of the Emperor who founded it. Because of this unique Augustan connection, it is thought that it may have been founded on December 23, To coincide with and Celebrate the Emperor鈥檚 50th birthday.
Born with such unique omens, it flourished into an important Roman commercial and cultural centre. The聽Remains聽of the buildings of that Era still give an idea of the importance of Roman Zaragoza.
After the end of the Roman Empire and of its Successor, the Visigothic Kingdom, in the 8th century Zaragoza fell under Arab rule, and became the capital of an important聽Taifa聽(principality).This was another golden age for the city, that became a significant intellectual and artistic hub. The palace of the Zaragoza rulers, The Aljafer铆a Palace, a magnificent Moorish fortress-palace, still stands, and is one of the city鈥檚 landmarks. ...... (follow the instructions below for accessing the rest of this article).
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Guide Name: A Roman Gem in Spain: What to See in Zaragoza
Guide Location: Spain » Zaragoza
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Lara Fiorani
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
Guide Location: Spain » Zaragoza
Guide Type: Self-guided Walking Tour (Insider Tips)
Author: Lara Fiorani
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Sight(s) Featured in This Guide:
- The Ebro
- The Basilica del Pilar
- Plaza del Pilar
- La Seo
- The Roman Theatre
- the Aljafer铆a Palace
- The Mercado Central
- The Roman Walls of Zaragoza
- Parque Grande
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