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Alcala del Jucar can hardly please fashionistas and shopaholics. There are no trendy boutiques and large shopping malls here. Small specialty shops are the only places where tourists can shop in this town. They sell not only interesting souvenirs but also the best regionally sourced delicatessen. Many tourists choose to buy premium jamon and different kinds of sausages produced at local farms. You will have an opportunity to select from different types of pickled olives, fermented and marinated vegetables, and spices that are typical for the regional cuisine. Do not forget about fine local wine that is available both in local shops and directly at wineries in the suburbs of Alcala del Jucar. There is a bakery in the town where visitors can purchase cookies and other pastries. If you like bringing delicious souvenirs to your friends and relatives, do not miss a chance to buy homemade jams. Grocery shops in Alcala del Jucar sell many interesting products. To shop for meat delicacies, head straight to Carnicería Gil. This shop always has premium jamon and sausages in stock. Many meat delicacies are available by the weight, so even budget tourists can make a purchase here. Besides meat delicacies, the shop offers canned food, sauces, and wine. Local people make up the majority of visitors to Carnicería Gil. They like this shop for quality and affordable prices. Bazar Y Bodega La Cueva is the most interesting souvenir shop in the town. It offers hundreds of different … Read further

Our guide to Alcala del Jucar

Alcala del Jucar sightseeing

In winter, namely, on February 3rd, Alcala del Jucar hosts another interesting celebration – San Blas. This is the time when local people organize a trade fair dedicated to selling livestock. Visitors can also look at fabulous stallions that are also available for sale. Local farmers bring their fruit and vegetables closer to noon. During the trade fair, visitors can sample and buy delicious honey from Spanish … Open

Cultural excursion through Alcala del Jucar - things to see

The entire territory of the town is a unique architectural complex thanks to the numerous old buildings that are partially carved in the rock. Castillo de Alcalá del Júcar remains the main historic symbol of the town. Arabs built the first stronghold on this site yet in the 12th century. At the beginning of the 13th century, King Alfonso VIII captured the castle and turned it into a royal residence. In the coming … Open

Attractions and active leisure

How can tourists have fun in a small town built on a steep hillside that overlooks a scenic gorge of the Jucar River? Surprisingly, Alcala del Jucar can offer more interesting activities than expected. Tourists shouldn’t limit themselves to walking in the underground tunnels and exploring local historic attractions. The region is famous not only for its historic landmarks but also for its natural beauty. There … Open

Shopping, streets and outlets

If you have enough time, head to farms in the countryside in search of rare delicacies. There are many charming farms in the nearest suburbs of Alcala del Jucar. As a rule, these farms sell special types of sausages, ham, and other delicacies that are unavailable in regular grocery shops and supermarkets. Bargaining is not common in the town. Tourists can only expect to get a small discount in souvenir shops if … Open

Spain - moving around the country

There are about 40 airports in Spain. The largest air harbor is the airport in Catalonia called “Barcelona”. This airport has a traffic of about 50 million people a year. It operates in areas within the country. There are also a number of international flights. “Barcelona” also accepts cargo shipments. Free buses run between the terminals. A special underground electric train also operates to transport passengers. The airport has a variety of restaurants and cafes, lounges, offices of international and state banks, shops and souvenir shops within its territory. You can get to the capital by using a shuttle bus, taxi or the subway. … Open

Overview of festivals and celebrations in Spain

The Spanish bullfight is widely known all over the world. In Pamplona, the center of the bullfight, the most extreme festival in the world is taking place. That's the run with the Sanfermin bulls. The holiday is one of the oldest in the country. Races are held from around the 13th century. On the morning of July, 6, 12 furious bulls are released into the streets of the city. The main and only task of the participant is to run 850 meters along with animals. Not everyone can overcome the distance, as it is an incredibly traumatic activity. However, it annually attracts to the city millions of people. In Tarragona, there is an entertaining, but much less dangerous competition - the castellas. Thousands of travelers come to the city in order to build a tower of people. The towers look incredibly impressive and can have up to 10 levels. … Open

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