Town hall building with white facade and yellow details in La Puebla de Cazalla. Elias Zamora, CC BY-SA 3.0

La Puebla de Cazalla

Andalusia

10,830Population
188 km²Area
177 mElevation
41540Postal code

La Puebla de Cazalla is a municipality located in the eastern part of Seville province, Andalusia. Known for its deep connections to flamenco, olive oil production, and rich cultural traditions, it serves as a vibrant center of rural artistic expression.

02Geography

La Puebla de Cazalla is situated in the southwestern part of the Campiña de Morón and Marchena region, centrally located in Andalusia. The town is well-connected by the A-92 highway, facilitating access to nearby municipalities and major cities like Sevilla and Málaga. The landscape features flat terrain in the north, characteristic of olive-growing areas, while the southern part is more rugged, with elevations reaching over 550 meters.

Distance to Sevilla
62 km
Main river
Corbones
Elevation range
150 to 580 meters

03History

The history of La Puebla de Cazalla dates back to ancient times, with archaeological evidence of human presence near the Corbones River. The current settlement emerged during the medieval period, initially featuring a defensive fortification known as Castillo de Luna, which played a significant role during the Muslim rule and the subsequent Reconquista.

La Puebla de Cazalla, a municipality in Seville, is renowned for its flamenco heritage and olive oil production.

04Economy and Culture

The economy of La Puebla de Cazalla is primarily based on agriculture, particularly olive cultivation for both oil and table olives. The town has also developed an industrial park that diversifies its economic activities. Culturally, it is recognized for its flamenco traditions, hosting the annual Reunión de Cante Jondo festival, which celebrates authentic flamenco music.

Three crosses in a square with white buildings and a black car in the foreground.
Three crosses in the center of La Puebla de Cazalla, surrounded by a black iron fence with white buildings in the background.
Square with fountain, arches, and a building with a bell tower in La Puebla de Cazalla.
Andalucía Square in La Puebla de Cazalla, with fountain and arches on a sunny day.
La Puebla de Cazalla · Data
Province
Seville
Autonomous community
Andalusia
Population
10,830
Area
188 km²
Elevation
177 m
Postal code
41540
Website
http://www.pueblacazalla.org/
Coordinates
37.2231, -5.3106

Photos

Statue of Miguel de Cervantes in a park with flowers and trees.
Statue of Miguel de Cervantes in La Puebla de Cazalla, surrounded by flowers and trees in a park.
Museum interior with stone arches and photo displays on the walls.
Interior view of MAC Moreno Galván in La Puebla de Cazalla, with stone arches and wall exhibitions.
White church facade with tower and ochre details in La Puebla de Cazalla.
Convent of La Candelaria Church in La Puebla de Cazalla, with its white facade and ochre details.
White church with tower and facade in La Puebla de Cazalla.
Church of Our Lady of Virtues in La Puebla de Cazalla with its tower and white facade under a blue sky with clouds.
Town hall building with flags and terraces in the square.
The town hall of La Puebla de Cazalla in the main square, with flags and terrace umbrellas.

Map

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