El Pueyo de Araguás

02Geography

El Pueyo de Araguás is situated between the Cinca and La Fueva valleys, with part of its territory extending to the Baixo Penyas region. The municipality is located in the Sobrarbe comarca and includes several localities, such as Araguás, Los Molinos, and La Muera. Its borders are defined by the river Cinca to the west and neighboring municipalities like Aínsa-Sobrarbe and Labuerda.

03History

In the mid-19th century, El Pueyo de Araguás was recorded to have 19 houses, including those in the village of Araguás. It is mentioned in the thirteenth volume of a historical geographic dictionary, highlighting its longstanding presence in the region.

• Mid-19th century Recorded 19 houses in the municipality.
• Historical mention Described in Pascual Madoz's geographic dictionary.

El Pueyo de Araguás is a historic municipality in Huesca, Aragon, known for its traditional architecture and cultural heritage.

04Cultural Heritage

The urban layout of El Pueyo de Araguás has retained its historical character, featuring traditional houses and a central street designed for defense. Notable structures include the Iglesia de la Santa Cruz, built in the 16th century, and the Monasterio de San Victorián, which is considered one of the oldest monasteries in the Iberian Peninsula.

• Iglesia de la Santa Cruz 16th-century church with Gothic and Renaissance features.
• Monasterio de San Victorián Located in Los Molinos, declared a cultural heritage site.
• Language Aragonese is still spoken, especially among the elderly.
• Casa Coronas The oldest known house in Sobrarbe, built in 1549.