Enjoy Cordoba’s fair

02 mayo, 2014 - Por Arantxa Santos

Cordoba’s fair, the most remarkable event during May in this city, goes back to the Thirteen Century. The fair is held every two years during the last week of May, this is an event mostly festive for the enjoyment of the citizen of Cordoba, but also for visitors of all ages and from all over the world. The best option to visit cordoba is staying in a cabin or in a nice bungalow with all the comforts.

Cordoba's fair, May

The joy, dancing and singing, take over the town of Cordoba

The fair counts with many stands with their pertaining festive activities such as musical and dancing performances, attractions, candy stores, all of them are dispersed throughout the fairgrounds, called the Arenal. Visitors can enjoy for eight days dancing sevillanas and eating exquisite dishes from every stand.

The stands are the fair’s main reunion areas, tradicionally, the are located by clubs, associations, public institutions, political parties, etc. The entrance to the stands is free during the most of the time, except during Stands Cordoba FairThe stands are the fair’s main reunion areas; traditionally, they are located by clubs, associations, public institutions, political parties, unions, students’ groups, etc. The entrance to the stands is free during most of the time of the fair, except during a couple of moments, when collective groups make brotherhood dinners among members.

Horse carts, Cordoba's fair

Horse carts, typically decorated, through the city of Córdoba

It is a regular habit for women from all ages to wear the flamenco dress, that they can buying them in the stores, or get them custom made by designers. Few men regularly wear the Cordobese hat, but it is a special tradition that diferentiates this fair of the others Andalucia’s fairs.

The stands serves typical products from the Cordosa’s gastronomy, such as salmorejo, flamenquín (slice of ham, stuffed with cheese and fried) , pescaíto, potato omelet, or fried peppers. Rebujito is the name os the most popular beverage, this is a fashion habit brought from other fairs, it is preparated with Fino, from Montilla Moriles.

The May Fair in Cordoba is a unique experience, if you want to know the city and its traditions, bungalows club offers you the best options for accommodation in log cabins and bungalows. We offer two locations to enjoy the May Fair in Cordoba, both have fully equipped cabins, the best facilities, and a multitude of outdoor activities for all ages:

Camping Carlos III
Bungalows La Albolafia

Put your flamenco dress and your Cordoban hat, and BungalowsClub organizes a perfect trip for you!

 

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