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Municipality
Barrio de Quintanilla (Los Ausines)
Quintanilla is one of the three districts that make up the municipality of Los Ausines, the other two being San Juan and Sopeña. The first written document that refers to this municipality dates back to the 10th century, although there were Celtiberian tribes that inhabited this area, later conquered by the Romans. During this period in Hispania, Los Ausines became particularly important due to its proximity to the comarca of Lara, a strategic location for the Roman Empire in the Peninsula. It was also inhabited during the Visigothic period and during the years of Islamic rule.
The three population centres that today make up the municipality each have medieval origins and grew around their respective churches as the central nucleus. The course of the Los Ausines River also had a special influence on the area, with the construction of mills and vegetable gardens on the riverbanks. Although each district developed independently, the three population centres of Los Ausines share important similarities, as can be seen in the harmony of their streets and in the popular masonry architecture that predominates in all three. The main municipal festival is the Cruces de Mayo festival.
Arriving at Quintanilla, we cross a medieval bridge that that has borne witness to the long history of the area. In the area around Quintanilla it is also possible to visit an old washing place that has been restored. The religious heritage includes the Church of La Asunción, around which the street plan is structured. Moreover, this district is part of the itinerary of the Route of El Cid pilgrimage route, adding another element to the natural and heritage value of the town.