Huesca

/ ˈueska /

noun

a city in NE Spain: Roman town, site of Quintus Sertorius' school (76 bc ); 15th-century cathedral and ancient palace of Aragonese kings. Pop: 47 609 (2003 est) Latin nameOscaˈɒskə

The retablo of the high altar has been attributed to Foment, who constructed those of Saragosse and Huesca.

The volunteers of Huesca defended it vigorously; and, after repeated attacks, the besiegers left the assault for another day.

Huesca occupies a height near the right bank of the river Isuela, overlooking a broad and fertile plain.

Huesca manufactures cloth, pottery, bricks and leather; but its chief trade is in wine and agricultural produce.

The chief people of Huesca, Valentia, and Saragossa are yours.

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