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).
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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