Jaén Tourism -Spain

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There are several hypotheses about the possible origin of the name Jaén, it may come from the Latin name "Gaien" through "Jayy" Arabic form that was used commonly during the Muslim period. This province is one of the largest producers of olive oil in Spain and abroad. It is located in the interior area of Andalucia, north of the province, between their municipalities stands Linares, Úbeda and Alcala de la Real. The city of Jaen stands at the foot of Cerro de Santa Catalina, steep streets and steep slopes define the town´s planning, dispatched to the most extensive plain and new districts and boulevards. Surrounded by many fertile agricultural land and extensive olive groves finding peace in the Guadalquivir valley. To the south and the southeast of Jaén we can find the Sierras de Jaén (Jaén Valleys) and Jabalcuz, that shelters the city from winds and storms, north of Jaén there is the Guadalbullón river plain, which passes a short distance from the city. The climate of Jaen, even Mediterranean, is very cold in winter and hot in summer.

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What to visit in Jaén|Where to Go

Santa Catalina´s Castle: It was built in 1624 by order of Philip IV. Today it has become a Hotel declared Spain´s cultural interest worth visiting.

Santa Catalina Castle

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Jaén´s Cathedral: Built in the sixteenth century is mostly Renaissance style.

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Arab Baths of Jaén: The Arab baths are the largest arab baths in Europe, built in the period from Abd-Al-Rahman II, we can find them under the Villardompardo Palace in Jaén.

Assumption Cathedral of Jaén: Mostly Renaissance style, it was conceived in the sixteenth century as seen today. It is located in the Plaza de Santa Maria, across from City Hall and the Bishop of Jaen. Inside keeps impresive works of art among other religious objects .

Sierra de Cazorla Natural Park: It is the largest protected area in Spain

Cazorla´s Natural Park

and second in Europe, has a great beauty that impresses every visitor.

La Judería(Jew district Jaén): With narrow streets, steep hills it´s a magnificent example of the town´s history

Walls of Jaén: arose due to the expansion of the city, and not confined to the city's perimeter. The recent discovery of the archaeological sites called the "Moroccan Downs", a few hundred meters from the historical center of Jaén, have come to radically cjange the views of the medieval city that until recently had.

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Leisure and entertainment | Jaén´s Cuisine

Jaén is deeply rooted in the culture of tapas, along the whole province we can enjoy a variety of dishes and typical tapas of the region at an affordable price, in which high quality olive oil it´s an essential ingredient. Perhaps one of the most important dishes is the "pipirrana". Contrary to what sometimes is widely believed within the locals, the pipirrana not "just a salad", since it has a consistency and preparation that make her worthy of greater consideration. It is made with tomatoes (ripe, chopped into small pieces) with the compliment of a juice made from olive oil, green pepper, garlic and salt.

Transports in Jaén|How to get to Jaén

City buses: Buses connect effectively different neighborhoods of the capital.

Autobuses urbanos: cuenta con un servicio de 23 líneas que conectan eficazmente los diferentes barrios de la capital.

Railway: The railway connects Jaén ADIF to most Andalucian towns and the rest of Spain.

Airport - Getting to Jaén: The nearest airport is situated in Jaen 106 km of Jaén, Granada (Federico García Lorca Granada-Jaén). With regular flights to Madrid and Barcelona and some overseas destinations

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