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Andalucian culture owes a lot to Jerez de la Frontera, a somewhat unexceptional town in Cordoba. It is where the fiery flamenco originated. This famous combination of song, guitar and dramatic dance, for which Spain is so well known, was the passionate product of the Andalucian gypsies and is tradition that lives on and captivates audiences wherever it is performed. It is also where that noble and well-respected drink sherry, or Jerez, was born. Spain's most famous wine serves as an aperitif with a dry 'fino' or 'amontellado', or as the perfect close to a rich dinner with a sweet 'dulce'.
Older, wealthier, travellers tend to visit Jerez, more than the bikini crowd does, drawn to the town by the lure of the wine and an appreciation of the finer things in life.
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Alcazar - Within the walls of this ancient fortress is an 11th century mosque, once used for private worship, beautiful gardens flowering in the sun, and cooling Arab Baths. The magnificent views of the city from the 'Camara Oscura' in the palace make the climb well worthwhile.
Cathedral - The massive and imposing Baroque cathedral near the Alcazar and its mosque, is built on the site where another mosque once stood. The belfry is in true Mudejar style.
Real Escuela Andaluza De Arte Equestre - The Royal Andalusian School of Equestrian Art puts on enthralling weekly displays of troupes of perfectly trained horses dancing in choreographed sequences. The annual Feria del Caballo (Horse Fair) is held in May, and horse lovers arrive in droves to watch the exciting races when Jerez bred Carthusian horses show their mettle. Shows and carriage competitions are also held over the Feria del Caballo.
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McDonalds - For those who have to get their fix of Big Mac's no matter where they are, there is always a McDonalds somewhere in whatever exotic city they may be visiting. Jerez is no exception. Located in Centro Comercial, C. Largo is America's favourite fast food joint.
Casa Pepa - Pl. Madre de Dios, 14. If you fancy mixing with some of the locals, and enjoy a meal at the same time, take yourself off to the well-known meeting place where the natives hang out.
Pizzeria da Paolo - C. Clavel at C. Valientes. This is a great place for pizza straight from the oven. Also on the menu is whopping servings of delectable pasta, good enough to bring a tear to eye of any Italian Mama
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| Bars and terrazas are located in the triangle of C. Santo Domingo, C. Salvatierra, and Av. Mejico. Cancun, at C. Pajarete, 18, is the trendiest spot in town where the younger set get their groove on to the blast of techno-pop. |
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