Jerez is internationally recognized thanks to its wine – it has always been the centre for sherry and brandy production. Together with Sanlucar de Barrameda and El Puerto de Santa Maria they form the “sherry triangle”. If you visit, you may well wish to visit one of the many celebrated bodegas. The Royal Andalucian School of Equestrian Art is housed in a beautiful palace close to the Sandeman bodega. It is a dressage display with the horses dancing to classical music, and their riders in 18th century costume. These performances are understandably popular. The Horse Fair of Jerez (La Feria del Caballo) which takes place in the first week of May is one of the most refined of the Andalucian ferias. Here they celebrate the horse and their famous wines. |
The oldest bodega in Jerez, and some would say most prestigious with casks
autographed by royalty and celebrities, is that of Domecq. This is to be
found on the southwest of the town, as is the Gonzalez-Byass bodega.
But Jerez offers the visitor so much more….. Andalucian dancing
horses, fighting bulls, flamenco, great monuments and the motor
racing speed circuit. |
Jerez also has a long-standing flamenco tradition, and a visit here will
give you an excellent opportunity to witness a show.
The town itself has something of an aristocratic air, with its 11th century Alcazaba, wide avenues and squares, with an abundance of bars that tempt you in for a quick drink and tapas. As for sports facilities, Jerez’s race circuit, Circuito de Velocidad
has played host to seven Formula 1 and 17 motorcycling Grand Prix since
it was created. For golf enthusiasts Montecastillo golf club is located
nearby. |
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