It is one of the world's most famous and recognizable dinosaurs. Its enormous neck, exceptionally long tail and skeleton replicas have filled museums, books and audiovisual productions around the globe for more than a century. But Diplodocus has now added an unexpected chapter to its history: it also lived in Europe. And the evidence has emerged in Teruel.
Minerals, fossils, gems and even meteorites will turn Utrillas into one of Aragón’s most unusual destinations for a weekend. The town in Teruel province will host the 4th International Minerals, Gems and Fossils Fair from September 25 to 27, bringing together collectors, enthusiasts and families with free activities for all ages.
The Aragon Government has rejected opening proceedings to declare the former Escucha Thermal Power Plant an Asset of Cultural Interest (BIC), as well as protecting it as a listed or inventoried heritage asset. The decision follows a request submitted on June 20 by José Guitarte Gimeno on behalf of Teruel Existe.
Aragon's regional parliament unanimously approved this Thursday a motion put forward by Aragón Teruel Existe to reduce ordinary expenses financed through FITE and increase strategic projects for the province's development.
Las Parras de Martín, a hamlet of Utrillas home to barely 20 people, will fill with music, dance and tradition from September 11 to 13 for the seventh Folclore Vivo Festival. The event aims to show that culture can help keep small rural communities alive and generate activity beyond major towns.
La Vaquilla del Ángel in Teruel has officially been declared a National Festival of Tourist Interest. The Ministry of Industry and Tourism, through the Secretary of State for Tourism, has granted this distinction to the Fiestas del Ángel in recognition of their uniqueness, historical legacy, and cultural and festive value, consolidating one of the most emblematic celebrations in the city of Teruel.
Aratea Venture’s industrial plant, dedicated to manufacturing flat-pack kitchen furniture, completed construction and the first phase of machinery installation several months ago. It currently employs 90 people, although the company expects to reach 200 jobs by the end of 2027. The project represents an investment of approximately €90 million and consolidates a new industrial activity linked to wood processing and home furnishings.
Living among mountains, enjoying mild summers and having all the services of a county seat just ten kilometres away are some of the benefits offered by Cabra de Mora, a small village in Teruel that is welcoming new residents and entrepreneurs ready to develop a life project there. It is an opportunity especially suited to those seeking to swap the city for a rural setting without giving up internet access or nearby basic services.
Plaza de los Amantes in Teruel will change its appearance with a new vertical garden covering nearly 87 square metres of the existing concrete wall around the ornamental fountain. The City Council approved the project this Monday, with a budget of 98,000.55 euros, to bring more vegetation to the historic centre without taking up additional land.
Teruel is preparing to become the television setting for a journey through some of its best-known flavors, landmarks and stories. ‘De Tapas por España’, TVE’s gastronomic tourism and cultural outreach program hosted by Adrienne Chaballe, is continuing to film its third season and will visit the city on September 10, 11 and 12. The presenter will walk through streets steeped in history, romance and Mudéjar art while discovering the cuisine found on the hills overlooking the Alfambra and Guadalaviar rivers.
Clothing is perhaps one of the oldest symbols of status: garments have always conveyed information beyond their material. Teruel will focus on various historical garments at the 14th International Congress of Historical Festivals and Reenactments, organized by the Bodas de Isabel Foundation on October 1 and 2.
