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Frías is a place name that refers to a municipality and historic town in the province of Burgos, within the autonomous community of Castile and León, Spain. It sits on the Ebro River and contains a well-preserved historic center. The town is notable for its medieval architecture and for the Castillo de Frías, a fortress perched above the settlement that is widely cited as a symbol of the area’s historical heritage. The surrounding countryside is characteristic of the Merindades region, with traditional stone buildings and narrow streets that reflect the town’s long history.

Frías is also a Spanish surname (accented as Frías). It is a toponymic surname, deriving from places named Frías in Spain. The name has spread to other Spanish-speaking countries through migration and historical movement, and it appears in diverse contexts, including genealogical and biographical records.

Because of its toponymic origin, the surname Frías is often tied to family histories associated with one of the places named Frías in Spain.