"FERIA DEL CABALLO 2006" Jerez de la Frontera by LoriPori

Jerez de la Frontera Travel Guide: 201 reviews and 562 photos

FAIR OF THE HORSE

One of the oldest and largest fairs in Andalucia the FAIR OF THE HORSE or Feria del Caballo, was held from May 7 to May 14 in Parque Gonzalez Hontoria, which is on Avenida Alcalde Alvara Domeque. The "Walk of Horses" is a show of grandeur as hundreds of horsemen of all ages parade with elegance through the fairgrounds..
I truly loved and enjoyed this " cultural experience". It is a celebration of all the things that Jerez is famous for and which Andalucians love - SHERRY - FLAMENCO - BULLFIGHTING and HORSES.
But what is even more important is that Hans and I got to share this experience with our dear friends Carmen and Stace & Andrew and Liz.

PARQUE GONZALEZ HONTORIA

Park Gonzalez Hontoria

The "Feria Del Caballo" is celebrated at the PARQUE GONZALEZ HONTORIA. Constructed in 1902 to host the Fair, the fairgrounds are massive , with a total of 52,000 square metres of space to accommodate the spectacle in which hundreds of riders participate in this traditional Spanish Horse Festival.

Rows of "Casetas" or bars line the parade areas.

FERIA DEL CABALLO

The "Walk of Horses"

Jerez is well known for Horses and Sherry. It is Spain's capital for Horse breeding and a destination for horse-lovers from all over the world who meet here each year for the FERIA DEL CABALLO. It started in 1289 as a livestock market and has developed into a show of the most beautiful horses in Spain. Nobles and VIP's, their wives, children and families, parade through the fairgrounds until the wee hours of the morning.

Last visit to Jerez de la Frontera: May 2006
Intro Updated May 27, 2006
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FAIR OF THE HORSE "2006" - Jerez de la Frontera

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ViajesdelMundo May 3, 2011 at 7:30 AM

I depart tomor for Madrid and then down to Jerez, and just by accident going to be there for the FERIA'! as I was an equestrian in my early life, it should be wonderful!!
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unaS Aug 22, 2009 at 11:33 AM

Very nice indeed. Pity I won't be there for the Feria, but I do have tickets for the Horse Show at the Royal Equestrian School. Thanks for some really great photos.
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Kuznetsov_Sergey Oct 20, 2008 at 9:46 AM

Thanks Lori for showing us this Spain's capital for horse breeding! Wonderful pics and interesting tips, as usual!
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JLBG Apr 13, 2008 at 11:48 PM

This "Feria del Caballo" seems to be a fascinating thing!
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cnango Mar 4, 2008 at 2:11 PM

Hi Lori,What a gr8 wee page. I love the horses & costumes, your pictures really capture the festivity here. I can tell you love Spain! Congrats on being #20 in VT- WOW !!!
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traveldave Mar 27, 2007 at 7:37 AM

You were certainly in Jerez at the right time. The horse show would make me feel like I was back in the days of "traditional" Spain.
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Diana75 Jan 4, 2007 at 6:57 AM

Fantastic pictures, Lori. I love the one of that little boy in traditional costume. What an impressive pages!
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matcrazy1 Oct 4, 2006 at 4:35 PM

Wow, Lori, what a beautiful set of pictures. Great to see the celebrations and your friends :-) Thanks for sharing this marvelous event with us.
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Bwana_Brown Jul 4, 2006 at 7:01 AM

Great pics of the festivities here! The traditional Spanish dress is very impressive!
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keida84 Jun 25, 2006 at 4:27 PM

Hi Sis, I truly felt like I was with you while reading about this marvelous event. Your photos captured the flavor of the parade. Nicely done! Love, Kat