Morrano facts for kids

Quick facts for kids Morrano
Morrano Location in Spain
Country	Spain
Autonomous Community	Aragon
Province	Huesca
Comarcas of Aragon	Somontano de Barbastro
Municipality	Bierge
Elevation	640 m (2,100 ft)
Population  (2010)
• Total	46
Time zone	UTC+1
• Summer (DST)	UTC+2 (CEST)
Postcode	22141
Website	City hall of Bierge

Morrano is a small village located in Spain. It is part of the Bierge area in the province of Huesca, which is in the Aragon region. In 2010, only 46 people lived in Morrano.

Where is Morrano?

View of the village.

Morrano is found in the foothills of the Pyrenees mountains. It sits about 640 meters (2,100 feet) above sea level. The Alcandre River flows near the village, and a pine forest grows around it.

The village is also part of the amazing Sierra y Cañones de Guara Natural Park. This park is known for its beautiful landscapes.

Plants and Trees in Morrano

The area around Morrano has many different types of plants. You can find olive trees, almond trees, and juniper bushes. There are also many holm oak trees, which are a type of evergreen oak.

A Look at Morrano's Past

Morrano has a long history. Here are some important dates:

• 1097: A bishop named Peter from Huesca gave some churches, including the one in Morrano, to a monastery.
• 1213: Morrano was officially recognized as a "villa" or town.
• 1887: At this time, Morrano had 78 homes.

Interesting Places to Visit

Morrano has several cool places to see:

• Parish Church of St. Peter the Apostle: This church has a Romanesque style, which is very old. It was changed a lot in the 1600s and 1700s.
• City hall: The main building for the village government was built in 1733.
• Future Bird Museum: There are plans to open a museum dedicated to birds.
• Hermitage of San Martín: A hermitage is a small church or chapel, often in a quiet place.
• The Egg of Morrano: Also called the "Peña Falconera", this is a unique rock formation. It looks like a giant egg!

Fun Activities in Morrano

The Egg of Morrano, also known as the "Peña Falconera."

If you like outdoor adventures, Morrano is a great place to visit. You can enjoy:

• Canyoning: This involves traveling through canyons using different methods like walking, climbing, and sometimes even swimming.
• Hiking: There are many trails around the village for walking and exploring the natural beauty.

See also

• Sierra y Cañones de Guara Natural Park
• Peña Falconera