Milles de la Polvorosa

02Geography

Milles de la Polvorosa is nestled in the province of Zamora, bordered by the Tera and Esla rivers. The landscape is shaped by gentle hills, specifically El Sierro and El Montico, while the remainder of the municipality consists of alluvial terrace areas known as La Vega.

03History

The area around Milles de la Polvorosa has been inhabited since prehistoric times, with evidence from sites like the 'castro de La Magdalena'. The medieval period saw significant events, including the victory of Alfonso III in 878, which facilitated the repopulation of the area.

• 878 Victory of Alfonso III's forces in the Battle of the Polvorosa.
• 1140 First documentation of the 'Puente de Deustamben'.
• 1833 Milles became part of the province of Zamora.
• 1834 Integrated into the judicial district of Benavente.

Milles de la Polvorosa is a municipality in Zamora, known for its historical significance and the church of San Miguel Arcángel.

04Cultural Heritage

The most prominent architectural feature in Milles de la Polvorosa is the church of San Miguel Arcángel, built in the Herrerian style. Its interior is notable for its impressive dome and altarpieces, reflecting the municipality's historical and cultural significance.

• Main church Iglesia parroquial de San Miguel Arcángel.
• Festival of San Miguel Celebrated on September 29.
• Festival of Santa Bárbara Celebrated on December 4.