In the middle of August Consuegra steps back to 1097, a time in which the moors attempted to conquer its castle and, in the middle of the battle, the son of “El Cid Campeador”*, Diego Rodríguez, lost his life.
The Medieval Fair of Consuegra takes place over three days in mid-August. More than 500 villagers take part in the dramatized presentations around the town. The main performances take place in the castle, on the promenade along the river and in the bullring, where the “As-Satrany” or a chessboard is the stage for the battle.
Declared of International Tourist Interest and part of the Moors and Christians celebrations which take place in Villajoyosa at the end of July, the Villajoyosa Landing has been held for over 250 years in honour of its patron Saint Marta.
From the first to the fifth of May, Caravaca De la Cruz dresses up to enjoy its festival in honour of the Santísima y Vera Cruz de Caravaca. As main part of this festivity, the outstanding celebration of Wine Horses takes place during the two first days. It has been declared of International Tourist Interest. Continue reading Wine Horses, Caravaca De La Cruz (1)→
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