Aragón’s harsh climate, coupled with the region’s strategic location, has lent it a martial history. Established as a kingdom in AD 1035 and united with enterprising Cataluña in 1137, Aragón forged a Mediterranean empire. But when Felipe II marched into Zaragoza in 1591, he brought the region to its knees. Economic decline followed political humiliation, and as eyes turned to the New World, Aragón’s people moved to the coast in search of wealth. Aragón gained state autonomy in 1982 and is now back on its feet. The region continues to expand its political influence, along with its appeal for travelers and Spaniards alike. When the Mediterranean coast and wild Barcelona are flooded by summer crowds, Aragón is a relaxing getaway.
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