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Castilla–La Mancha
Zaorejas is a municipality located in the province of Guadalajara, within the autonomous community of Castilla–La Mancha. Characterized by its natural beauty and historical significance, it is part of the Alto Tajo Natural Park and features a rich cultural heritage.
Zaorejas is situated within the Alto Tajo Natural Park, traversed by the Gallo River, which flows into the Tajo River. The municipality is characterized by its mountainous terrain and numerous streams that also feed into the Tajo. It is located 39 kilometers from Molina de Aragón, the capital of the Señorío de Molina-Alto Tajo region, and is surrounded by rich forests of pines, oaks, and junipers.
The area has a notable historical background, with evidence of Celtiberian settlements at the Linares de la Cañada site. Roman remains suggest that Zaorejas corresponds to the ancient Roman mansion of Carae, with remnants of roads and an aqueduct still visible today. The town has experienced significant demographic changes, particularly during the Spanish Civil War and subsequent rural exodus.
Zaorejas, a municipality in Guadalajara, is known for its natural beauty and historical sites within the Alto Tajo Natural Park.
Zaorejas has a diverse economy based on forestry, hospitality, livestock, and dryland farming. The town is also a hub for rural tourism, featuring trails like GR-10 and GR-66, a Gancheros Museum, and a visitor center for the Alto Tajo Natural Park.
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