Cañete de las Torres: History, Festivals and Culture

Culture

The collections at the Municipal Historical Museum of Cañete de las Torres range from prehistory through Iberian-Roman and Roman holdings to Visigothic holdings. The museum is located in the Casa de la Cultura at Plaza de España 8, 14660.

History

The medieval Castillo Medieval and the Torre del Homenaje were built in the first half of the 14th century on a Muslim fortress that in turn stood on a Roman structure. The keep of the Castillo de Cañete de las Torres features vertical and horizontal defensive elements, including machicolations, openings for dropping projectiles and loopholes. La Torre is a remnant of the former castle and is integrated into the architecture of Plaza de Andalucía. El Tercia is an industrial building from the 18th century in Cañete de las Torres.

The Iglesia de Ntra. Sra. de la Asunción was built in 1260 on the orders of Bishop Fernando de Mesa; its present appearance dates from a later construction phase in the 17th century. The Ermita de Madre de Dios is dedicated to María Santísima del Campo Coronada, the patron saint of the town; its origins are dated to the 13th or 14th century.

More destinations

More destinations include Dos Torres, Villanueva Del Duque, Montilla, La Carlota, Zambra, Aguilar De La Frontera, Ribera Baja and Iznajar.

Townscape

Escalera del Cielo is a work from 2014 located in the municipal cemetery. At sunset, Escalera del Cielo is recommended as a place for peace and reflection, as well as a worthwhile destination for photography enthusiasts. Huerto del Francés is a typical Cordoban neighbourhood that was restored in 2015. The neighbourhood is characterised by narrow streets with natural plants in flower pots. Its façades are painted blue and white.

Festivals and Music

On 8 September, the celebration of the Virgen del Campo includes a return procession in which María Santísima del Campo is taken up to her shrine. On 9 September at 10:30 a.m., this celebration includes a solemn mass in the shrine's garden. The Feria Real de San Miguel is an annual popular festival in Cañete de las Torres.

The Carnival of Cañete de las Torres currently has three chirigotas recognised at provincial level. Three passion brotherhoods participate in Holy Week in Cañete de las Torres and are active throughout the year. The “Calle en flor” flower festival features public floral installations by florists from all over Spain. The town’s “Rejas y Balcones” competition is also part of the “Calle en flor” festival. Music performances for the general public take place in the streets and squares of Cañete de las Torres.

Products

Products from Cañete de las Torres include extra virgin olive oil and pulses.

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