Sanlúcar de Barrameda
Sanlúcar, one of Cádiz’s best-kept secrets, embodies all the allure of an Andalusian city. Rich in history, Sanlúcar de Barrameda once held court for the esteemed dukes of Medina-Sidonia. Notably, Christopher Columbus set forth from its shores on his third journey to the Americas, and it was from here that Ferdinand Magellan embarked in 1519 on his audacious quest to circumnavigate the globe. Presently, it stands as one of the two gateways into the renowned El Doñana National Park..
SHALUQA, SUB LUCARE – SAN LUCAR, SANCTUS LOCUS, BARAMMA’IDA,
PERTO LUCERO, SANLÚCAR DE BARRAMEDA
This port city with its unique location on the banks of the Guadalquivir River north of Cádiz city was first known as the kingdom of Tartessus a pre-Phonician settlement from the 7th and 6th century BC. It is considered to be the first city for whom the Phoenicians traded upon arriving in this area.
Since then, Sanlúcar has played an important role in the history and formation of Spain.
The Old Town
This city will surprise you, once divided into two towns, farmers (barrio alto) and fishermen (barrio bajo) it has merged over time. You can still see the distinction between the two today in its architecture and design as you stroll through the narrow long streets of the Andalusian whitewashed houses we are famous for.
Gastronomy
Situated on the northern corner of the sherry triangle, Sanlucar de Barrameda is famous for its original dry and semi-salty sherry wine, Manzanilla.
Considered the gastronomic capital of Cádiz, the seafood here is exquisite. As it is famous for its langostinos or prawns. People come from all over in order to savour the delicious cuisine of this city, where the Guadalquivir river meets the sea is known for. .