This article will address the topic of Zuera, which has gained great relevance in recent years. Throughout history, Zuera has been the object of study and interest by experts in various disciplines, and has been a source of debate and reflection for society in general. In order to further understand the importance of Zuera in the current context, different perspectives and approaches will be analyzed that will allow us to obtain a comprehensive vision of this topic. Likewise, the implications that the study of Zuera has in different areas, such as culture, politics, science, among others, will be explored. Through an exhaustive analysis, the aim is to provide the reader with a broad and updated vision of Zuera, providing new reflections and knowledge that contribute to enriching the understanding of this phenomenon.
Zuera | |
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Coordinates: 41°52′N 0°47′W / 41.867°N 0.783°W | |
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Autonomous community | ![]() |
Province | Zaragoza |
Comarca | Zaragoza Comarca |
Government | |
• Director | Rafael Noronha |
Area | |
• Total | 369 km2 (142 sq mi) |
Elevation | 280 m (920 ft) |
Population | |
• Total | 8,365 |
Time zone | UTC+1 (CET) |
• Summer (DST) | UTC+2 (CEST) |
Zuera is a municipality located in the province of Zaragoza, Aragon, Spain. According to the 2010 census, the municipality has a population of 7,510 inhabitants. The name is proposed coming from the Basque: 'Zubi', meaning: 'Bridge', or the Arab: 'Zahra', meaning: 'Bright', referred to Venus, also known as Ishtar, present in old names as: 'Ahura Mazda'='the Light Great, Magna'.
Zuera's geographical location in the Zaragoza Comarca and its proximity to the city of Zaragoza have shaped the historical development of the town from its beginnings until today. Urban settlements in the municipality of Zuera are located right on the banks of the Gállego River. They follow a longitudinal axis along which (continuing the transportation and communication schemes established by the ancient Romans) the N-123 national highway, the Madrid-Barcelona and Zaragoza-France trains, as well as high voltage power lines are located.