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Aras
Rioja Oriental

Aras

The name Tres Aras has been interpreted through its religious connotations with three altars, as ‘ara’ means altar stone or sacrificial stone in Latin.

Aras belonged to Viana until 3rd May 1853, when its own municipal council was set up.

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Climate Mediterráneo continental
Altitude 633 m
Area 17,72 km²
Points of interest

Iglesia de Santa María de Aras

Ermita del Santo Cristo del Humilladero

Ruinas del Monasterio de San Juan del Ramo