The capital is Zaragoza (Saragossa).
The region consists of three provinces: Huesca (north), Zaragoza (center), and Teruel (south).
Location and landscape: Aragon borders France (Pyrenees) to the north, Catalonia to the east, Valencia to the south, and Castile-León and Navarra, among others, to the west.
The landscape is very varied: In the north, the high Pyrenees dominate, with peaks above 3,000 meters and the beautiful Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park.
The fertile Ebro Valley (flat and agricultural) runs through the center.
In the south lie mountain ranges such as the Sierra de Gúdar.
Nature and tourism: Less mass tourism than Catalonia or Andalusia.
Ideal for mountain hiking, medieval villages, castles, and quiet valleys.
Cities: Zaragoza (large city with Moorish, Roman, and Mudéjar heritage), Teruel (beautiful Mudéjar architecture, and Huesca.
Economy: Agriculture (Ebro Valley), industry (especially around Zaragoza), tourism, and energy (hydropower in the mountains).
Languages: Primarily Spanish, with Aragonese (in the Pyrenees) and Catalan (in the east) as minority languages.
In short: Aragon is a region of contrasts — rugged mountains, fertile plains, and rich history — that remains relatively undiscovered by many tourists.
Perfect for those seeking authentic Spain with nature, culture, and tranquility.
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