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The Village
Puebla del Maestre
Located in the south of Extremadura, on the borders of the
Sevilla and Cordoba provinces (Sevilla
approx. 60miles,
Cordoba approx. 100miles ), this charming
village of just under 1000 inhabitants is typical of the lower Extremadura region.
The first thing you notice about
Puebla del Maestre, is the tranquility and lack of noise in its streets,
it feels like time is slowing down and the 'rat race' of modern living does
not exist.
Its white washed houses, narrow streets, pleasant people and lovely
countryside, makes it the ideal location for those wishing to live life at a
slower pace away from the hustle and bustle of modern everyday living.
An old defensive tower, apparently of roman origin, speaks of the history of this
village. One of the more interesting buildings of this locality is the school, built in 1930 by don Manuel
Durán Rodríguez, one of the thousands of immigrants who left in the late 20's and who was lucky enough to make a fortune in the Americas.
He returned to his birthplace where he built this impressive building as well as the access road to the village.
There are many activities to pursue in this picturesque area. You can enjoy a quite bike ride and get to experience the countryside, or
perhaps take a horse or donkey ride to the nearby Sierra Morena mountains. Nearby at El Pintado (a large dam,
see photos section), you can enjoy fishing, rowing, or just rest
or have a picnic by the man-made lake. Also nearby, is the
Mina de La Jayona
a disused Iron Mine dating back to Roman times. This mine is open to the public and is well worth a visit.
Back in the villa, in the evenings, you can stroll down to the village bars and mix with the locals or just enjoy a
cool drink by the pool, under bright stars and experience tranquility at its best.
Local Fiestas:
Romería de San Isidro.
This Fiesta begins on the night of May 14th and continues through to the 15th. All the villagers parade
with an effigy of San Isidro (Patron of the campesinos) to the Pradera where the Ermita (Shrine) to the saint lies. This a good excuse to have a great day drinking and dancing and
generally having a good time.
Fiesta del Emigrante is generally celebrated on the 2nd weekend of August, this is a relatively new Fiesta which has been introduced mainly to cater for all those who can not attend the Fiestas Mayores in September. This fiesta is generally busier as it falls during the summer holidays. Its duration is generally 2 days.
Fiestas Mayores
This Fiesta is in honour of The Sagradas Reliquias. It starts by a spectacular fireworks display on the first night (Setp.13th), followed by traditional live music
until dawn! It normally has a duration of 4 days, between 13th and 16th September inclusive.
The main day is the 14th, when the Sagradas Reliquias are paraded in procession through the village. Again, in the Spanish
tradition, this is just another occasion to have a really great time.
Fun for all the family!