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Zuheros Town, Cordoba, History, Charm and Stunning Views

It´s not the first time Zuheros has featured here on Andalucia Explorer. This very charming, white-washed hillside town is just 45 minutes from home and a favourite to take visitors too. Recently I had viewings there with some lovely clients looking for another home in this area. Leaving early to grab coffee and explore a little - there´s always a new corner I´ve not seen and the views always change with the different light depending on the time of day and year. Zuheros Approach The day was going to be a scorcher, nearer 40c than 30c so an early start was needed. Being a hill town means steep streets, lack of parking and a bit of hill walking. There are a couple of car parks but, as you can imagine, they are just out of town and, with a bit of a climb to get there. Following an older lady (can I say that at 62?) up hill she turned through an archway, one I hadn´t spotted before- I had to follow. It´s knowledge rather than nosey - surely? Then I saw a sign saying Mercado. I had every ri...

Feria de los Pueblos - Fair of the Towns in Jaén

Yet another year has passed and this one the Feria de los Pueblos was able to be celebrated in the IFEJA exhibition centre with great success.

It was a real joy to see so many people had turned out and the exhibition once again taking place.



Many, many olive oil producers displayed their wares. This one with many samples with personalised labels and different bottles for weddings and christenings.



And flavoured gourmet oils too. Here we have lemon, orange and Chocolate!



Different, traditions and customs are also on display. This one from Villacarrillo one of the towns that decorate its streets for Corpus Christi.



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