LOGROO

former name of a province in Spain known from 1980 as La Rioja (q.v.). city, capital of La Rioja provincia and comunidad autnoma (autonomous community), north-central Spain on the Ebro River. Originating in Roman times, it owed its growth during the European Middle Ages to its position on the pilgrim route to Santiago de Compostela as much as to its production of wool. An ancient walled town, Logroo has both old and modern quarters. Notable landmarks include the churches of Santiago el Real (16th century), Santa Mara la Redonda (15th17th century), and Santa Mara del Palacio (11th century), and the Instituto, a museum of art reproductions. A trade centre in an agricultural and wine-growing district, Logroo is known for its Rioja wine. Industries include food processing, sawmilling, and the manufacture of furniture and textiles. Pop. (1986 est.) mun., 115,922.