Panoramic view of Moros village in Zaragoza, with houses on the hillside and a church at the top. Diego Delso, CC BY-SA 3.0

Moros, Zaragoza

Aragon

274Population
53.50 km²Area
791 mElevation
50215Postal code

Moros is a municipality located in the province of Zaragoza, within the autonomous community of Aragon. Characterized by its medieval urban layout and historical significance, it sits at an elevation of 791 meters in the valley of the Manubles River.

02Geography

Moros spans an area of 53.5 km² and is situated in the Iberian system, nestled in the valley of the Manubles River, a tributary of the Jalón. The village is perched on a rocky spur at 791 meters above sea level, surrounded by mountains such as Santiús, Santa Bárbara, and El Collado. The river creates a fertile valley with orchards, and access to the municipality is via the A-1502 road.

Average annual temperature
12.7 °C
Annual precipitation
410 mm

03History

The history of Moros is intertwined with its strategic location between the kingdoms of Aragon and Castile. Traditionally, it is said that the castle was built by King Ayubb of the Calatayud taifa. The village was documented as early as 1120, and it played a role in various historical conflicts, including the battles involving Alfonso I and Pedro I of Castile.

Moros, a municipality in Zaragoza, features a medieval layout and rich history, including notable religious sites and festivals.

04Cultural Heritage

Moros features a medieval urban layout with houses built on the southeastern slope of a mountain. The narrow, steep streets are designed to manage rainwater runoff. The village is home to several significant religious and civil structures, including the church of Santa Eulalia and the ruins of the castle.

Moros, Zaragoza · Data
Province
Zaragoza
Autonomous community
Aragon
Population
274
Area
53.50 km²
Elevation
791 m
Postal code
50215
Coordinates
41.3989, -1.8261

Photos

Landscape of Moros with buildings at the hilltop and surrounding fields.
Panoramic view of Moros, on a hillside, with the church and town hall at the top.
Houses on a hillside with a church at the top in Moros, Zaragoza.
View of Moros in Zaragoza, with houses stacked on a hillside and a church at the top.
Facade of Santa Eulalia Church in Moros, Zaragoza.
Santa Eulalia Church in Moros, with its tower and stone and brick facade.

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