-	All photographs of Jaca

Jaca is a small town located in the Aragon valley, in Huesca province, North East Spain. It's situated right in the centre of the Pyrenees mountain range, beside the French border.

More and more people visit the town every year; it has become a top tourist destination. Visitors are attracted by its beautiful natural setting, architecture and history.

Jaca is surrounded by some of the most beautiful valleys in the Pyrenees. Historically and artistically, it is an area of great importance, not just in Aragon, but also in Spain.

Jaca is a prime example of a traditional mountainous town that has adapted successfully to the 21st century. Rapid economic progress and the abandonment of traditional economies have left some mountainous areas struggling. Jaca has survived mainly through tourism. This came about quite naturally; Jaca has numerous attractions that make people want to go there.

Firstly, it is set in a privileged position. It's located in a depression, surrounded by the stunning valleys that follow the course of the Aragon River.

The surrounding scenery is one of Jaca's biggest assets. The variety of land and skyscape is immense and it changes quite considerably, depending on the season. This is a major attraction for the visitor.

Jaca is also an ideal mountain sports location. Visitors come here to go skiing and snowboarding on the nearby slopes during the winter. In spring, summer and autumn, walking, trekking, and sightseeing are popular, both within Jaca and in the surrounding mountains.

Jaca is the point of entry for many visitors to the nearby slopes. The city itself has numerous hotels and restaurants and an up to date communications system. This is why most people choose to stay here for their holidays.

Not only does it have some of the most stunning surrounding landscapes in the region, it also has a beautiful town centre. In the 11th Century, Jaca became the first capital of Aragon. To this day, an artistic legacy remains from that era. It can be seen in some of the fabulous architecture, monuments and churches.

Around Jaca, in a radius of not more than 30 km, there are a number of colourful towns that can be visited: Asieso, Caniás, Abay, Banaguás and Guasillo.

General information:
Number of inhabitants: 11197
Altitude: 820
Address of the Town hall: Calle Mayor, 24.
22700 Jaca
Telephone of the Town hall: 974355758
Fax of the Town hall: 974355666
Tourist Office: Telephone 974 360098