Hotel Aragon

It was at one time the heart of a kingdom which encompassed the eastern parts of the Iberian Peninsula, stretching into the Mediterranean as far as Italy and Greece, but while the region of Aragon is now confined to an autonomous community in the north of Spain it has lost nothing of its historic and cultural allure. The old medieval castles and classic Mudejar architecture evoke all that great romance associated with ancient Spain, but that is just the start of the attractions for visitors. The varied, but never less than breathtaking, natural environments range from the highest peaks of the Pyrenees to the dry Spanish plains.

The formation of Spain as a nation has its roots in Aragon, the catalyst being the marriage between Ferdinand of Aragon and Isabella of Castile in the latter part of the 15th century, but it from an earlier period, under Moorish rule that the famous Mujedar architecture hails. Particularly prevalent in Zaragoza, Daroca and Teruel, one of the best examples is the Aljaferia Palace but a tour around any of the main cities will be enough for anyone to appreciate the great ages of Spain through the streets, buildings and monuments.

The main cities are of course modern thriving urban centers too and although the population, at just over 1 million, is very low for the size of the region, most of them live and work in and around Zaragoza. The administrative and financial center of what is Spain's richest autonomous region, Zaragoza is where to find the main industrial areas and also where to find a good business-oriented hotel Aragon. Like good hotels anywhere they will cater for both business and leisure travelers but will certainly have a business slant to hotel facilities and services. In spite of its landlocked and diverse geography, the area is very well served with excellent road networks linking with the main Spanish cities and across the border with France.

It may not have a coastline but Aragon has no shortage of water and water-based activities. Home to the largest river in Spain, the Ebro, there are many wonderful lush river valleys to explore and adventures to be had in hydrospeed and white-water rafting. The Pyranees provide many more opportunities for serious climbers but it is perhaps the canyoning which most defines outdoor leisure time spent in Aragon. There are some 150 canyons, representing the longest and most intensive canyoning landscapes in Europe, with June and July the best times for the experienced and August ideal for beginners. The start point for most people is Alquezar but there are canyons found throughout Pireneus and Sierra de Guara. Hotels in these areas will have further information and services available on all the available outdoor activities.

Heading north into the heart of the Pyrenees brings many further delights to any extended stay in Aragon. The city of Huesca, the capital of the region, forms the gateway to a host of mountain landscapes, historic towns, ancient monasteries and ski resorts, and an Aragon hotel here is a whole different prospect for travelers. Typically more Pyrenees in style with a rustic charm and characteristic flower-laden balconies, they are wonderful places in which to enjoy some traditional mountain hospitality and many will provide access to the ski slopes and other mountain activities. The Ordesa y Monte Perdido National Park, close to the French border, is a top of most peoples tour list and it has some truly spectacular scenery, frozen lake caverns, waterfalls and a wide array of plant and wildlife species.

Aragon is for people who want to see real Spain, to experience its great riches in history, culture and landscapes.

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