Jerez Alcazar, the oldest Almohad Monument

Jerez Alcazar is the oldest almohad monument preserved in the Iberian Peninsula (12th-13th century). Very intense works of restoration and reconstruction were done in the medieval ruins. In the head picture of this post, you can see a miniature of the medieval town of Jerez. The miniature is located in Villavicencio palace, also in the Alcazar itself. Let’s make zoom in the lower left corner … Continue reading Jerez Alcazar, the oldest Almohad Monument

The region of Aracena: magic and mysticism over acorns

Aracena is one of my most visited places in Andalusia. It is the name of the mountainous northern region in the province of Huelva and also the name of the largest town in the area. I have been visiting the town of Aracena since I was very young. In primary school my first excursion was to La Gruta de las Maravillas (The Cave of Wonders) … Continue reading The region of Aracena: magic and mysticism over acorns