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Zaragoza is the capital of Aragon and lies on the banks of the Ebro River. This city has just over half a million people belies its small size. With an energetic street scene and nightlife combined with an amazing variety of cultural influences. Romans, Arabs, Jews and Christians have all added their versions of culture to the city's history.
Its urban expansion began following its foundation by the Romans as a settlement between the years 19 to 15 (BC) when it received the name of Cesarauguta in tribute of its creator the powerful Emperor (Caesar Augustus). The design of the former Roman town has been little changed in the old part of the city. And between the rivers, Coso and Ebro are the remains of the Roman wall, sewage system, theater. Paving and mosaics are still preserved and show the huge value this settlement once had.
The narrow lanes surrounding the city's Independence Square is the place to go. You will see fine tapas bars with informal drinking? areas. In the evenings independence square comes alive, as thousands of people take to the streets for a walk. Then, as the night falls the bars and clubs of the Old Quarter start to come to life.
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