XEREZTHEA
Welcome to Xerezthea, your specialized guide for theatrical tours in Jerez de la Frontera.
Immerse yourself in the city's hidden stories, enjoy unlimited experiences, and discover the best local food and drink recommendations.
If you want to experience history, you just have to experience it.
About Me
Hello! I'm Jose Mario, the guide behind XEREZTHEA, an official native guide from Jerez de la Frontera, in the province of Cádiz. I'm starting this project with immense enthusiasm, and full of pride and hope, I invite you to come because "if you want to experience history, you just have to live it." After a lifetime of dramatic arts, performing in plays and films, I've decided to take a step and combine my love for history with my life's purpose. My two passions can be summed up in one: telling stories.
Studies and qualifications:
Advanced Technician in Tourist Guiding, Information and Assistance
Authorized tourist guide license for Aragon
Restoration Services Technician
Experience working in hospitality and tourism
Content creation through social media
Theatre director and actor in several companies
Film director and actor
At Xerezthea, I invite you to explore the rich history of Jerez de la Frontera through its stage performances, discovering iconic landmarks and immersing yourself in the magic of its shows. Join me on this adventure!
JEREZ DE LA FRONTERA
A rising paradise, an emblematic place, the birthplace of celebrated moments
Jerez de la Frontera is located in the province of Cádiz, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, in southern Spain. The municipal area of Jerez is quite large, covering an area of approximately 1,189.22 km².
As for its surroundings, the city is located in the Jerez countryside, and is relatively close to the mouth of the Guadalete River. Historically, the appellation "de la frontera" (that is, "Jerez de la Frontera") was granted in 1380 by the
King John I, in recognition of its strategic position facing the Nasrid kingdom of Granada.
The weather in Jerez
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JEREZ DE LA FRONTERA
Regarding its origins, we can mention that in the Jerez region, evidence of human settlement has been found from very ancient times. Some researchers link the origins of Jerez to the Tartessian civilization, and also to Phoenician settlements, which are mentioned as having founded a colony called Xera in these lands, which later became known as Ceret in Roman times.
In Roman times, the region (and probably the city that would become Jerez) enjoyed agricultural importance within the southern territory of Hispania.
Muslim era (Al-Andalus)
Under Muslim rule, Jerez was called "Sharish" or "Sherish Saduna" in Arabic. The Islamic structures that are still preserved in Jerez (especially in its Alcázar) largely correspond to the 12th and 13th centuries.
During that period, the city was part of the political, economic, and cultural fabric of Al-Andalus.
There was also a significant Jewish community that thrived during the Muslim period.
The Alcázar of Jerez preserves remains of the old Islamic alcázar (gates, mosque, Arab baths, octagonal tower) and also later buildings such as the baroque palace, the Keep, etc.
Christian Reconquista and Era
medieval / modern
In 1264, King Alfonso X the Wise reconquered Jerez for the Crown of Castile. After the reconquest, the repopulation with Christians and the reorganization of the territory took place, and the city acquired the name "of the Frontier" to highlight its position on the border between the Christian kingdoms and the Nasrid kingdom of Granada.
Over the following centuries, Jerez grew as an agricultural, commercial and wine-producing city, with the production of wines that would become world-famous (“sherry”, jerez).
Theatrical guide JEREZ BETWEEN SCENES
Hidden stories of Jerez
Discover Jerez's exclusive services between scenes to enhance your experience in Jerez de la Frontera.
Immerse yourself in the theatrical guide 'Hidden Stories of Jerez' and let yourself be carried away by the magic of those little-known stories, which go unnoticed in a theatrical way with which you can understand and learn about history, you may even be part of it.
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Theatrical guide JEREZ BETWEEN SCENES
Creepy stories from Jerez
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Not recommended for children under 12 years old
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