Humilladero
Situated little more than seventy kilometres form
the capital, Humilladero lies within the depression
of Antequera. With a population of 2.700 inhabitants,
it's economy is based principally on the cultivation
of dry fruit, especially the olive grove.
Although some sources affirm the fact that the foundation
of the town dates back to the Fifteenth Century, more
reliable information is found in the inscription which
forms the basis of "La Cruz del Humilladero",
situated in the town's entrance and whose origins
date back to 1618. Historians seems to agree that
that its name comes from the oath of the Infante Don
Fernando, who humbled himself before the sword of
San Fernando which bore Per Afán de Ribera,
swearing not to put it away until the conquest of
Antequera. A cross marks the place where don Fernando
received the said sword.
Apart from "La Cruz del Humilladero",
it is worthwhile visiting the parish church and the
shrine of the Apostole Santiago in the district of
"Los Carvajales".
The town's festive calendar commences with the
celebration of the carnival. Later, in the month of
June, the Fair of "San Juan" takes place
and one month later they celebrate an emotional tribute
to all those who had to leave these parts. Lastly,
in October, the traditional "Romería"
in honour of "Nuestra Señora del Rocío".
For the lovers of gastronomy, nothing better than
the local products: hard pork sausages, "morcillas",
salami, all of which is home- produced, in addition
to the tasty olive oil produced by the town's
agricultural co-operatives.
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