Feria

02Geography

Feria is situated within the Zafra-Río Bodión comarca, approximately 62 km from the provincial capital. The municipality is crossed by the N-432 national road and several local roads connecting it to nearby towns. The terrain is diverse, with a flat northern and eastern area along the Guadajira River, a mountainous central region defined by the Sierra de Feria, and a southern area that returns to flat landscapes.

Elevation range

320 m to 814 m

Average elevation

550 m

03History

Feria has a rich historical background, with evidence of prehistoric settlements and later habitation by Celts, Romans, and Arabs due to its strategic location. In 1394, the jurisdiction of Feria was granted to Gomes I Suárez de Figueroa, marking the beginning of its noble lineage. The town reached its historical peak in the 16th century with the construction of its castle.

• 1394 Jurisdiction granted to Gomes I Suárez de Figueroa.
• 1460 Lorenzo II Suárez de Figueroa elevated to count.
• 1567 Gomes III Suárez de Figueroa made Duke of Feria.
• 1834 Constituted as a constitutional municipality.
• 1842 Population recorded at 2069.

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04Culture and Economy

The local economy is primarily based on agriculture and livestock, including the breeding of pigs and sheep, as well as the cultivation of olives and figs. Feria is also known for its cultural events, particularly its festivals, which reflect the community's traditions and religious heritage.

• Patron saint Nuestra Señora de la Candelaria
• Main festivals Santa Cruz de Feria, Candelaria, San Isidro, Semana Santa, San Bartolomé, Virgen de Consolación.
• Santa Cruz de Feria dates April 30 to May 3.
• Candelaria date February 2.
• San Isidro date May 15.