Jerez de la Frontera - Fascinating Fact 5

It is claimed that Jerez is the true "home" of flamenco. © Michelle Chaplow
It is claimed that Jerez is the true "home" of flamenco.

Jerez de la Frontera - Fascinating Fact 5- HOME OF FLAMENCO?

One of the curious things about Jerez, is that alongside the wealthy (though less so lately) equestrian sherry barons (see Facts III and IV), there is a vibrant flamenco tradition - two very different aspects of Andalucian culture. Jerez's gypsy quarter, Santiago, is home to many local artists (the legendary singer Lola Flores was from here, as well as Jose Merce); indeed, some claim that Jerez is the true "home" of flamenco. At the Fundacion Andaluz of Flamenco, the art is studied, promoted and performed, with conferences and exhibitions, as well as the annual Festival de Flamenco, in late February/early March. Try to catch some spontaneous flamenco at a peña (club).

  • Fact 1 - Did you know that Jerez can trace its origins back to Roman times?
  • Fact 2 - Want to see how sherry is made? Then get thee to a bodega, or even a museum
  • Fact 3 - The British have had a presence in Jerez for centuries
  • Fact 4 - The elegant horse-rider wearing his grey suit is a classic Jerez image
  • Fact 5 - Home to Lola Flores, the city has a strong flamenco tradition
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