Aínsa facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Aínsa
L'Aínsa |
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Country | Spain |
Autonomous region | Aragon |
Province | Huesca |
Comarca | Sobrarbe |
Municipality | Aínsa-Sobrarbe |
Time zone | CET |
• Summer (DST) | CEST |
Aínsa (Aragonese: L'Aínsa) is a beautiful old town in the Aragon region of Spain. It is the main town in the Aínsa-Sobrarbe area. Aínsa is known for its stunning mountain scenery and its very old buildings.
This town is located in northern Spain, just south of the huge Pyrenees mountains. The area around Aínsa is very interesting for scientists who study rocks and the Earth's history.
Exploring Aínsa's History
Aínsa has some amazing historical places to visit. These old buildings tell stories of the past.
Ancient Church of Santa María
One of the main sights is the Iglesia parroquial de Santa María church. This church was built in the 12th century, which means it is over 800 years old! It is a wonderful example of old Spanish architecture.
Aínsa Castle
Another important landmark is the Aínsa castle. This castle is even older, dating back to the 11th century. Castles like this were very important long ago for protecting towns. You can still see parts of its strong walls today.
See also
In Spanish: Aínsa para niños
- Kingdom of Sobrarbe