Program of events for Sangre y Amor en la Sierra the bandoleros in Grazalema 2024
In 2024 Sangre y Amor en la Sierra takes place on the 4th, 5th and 6th of October. You can see the full PDF program of events below. (Scroll down for more information about the event.)
Bandoleros – Sangre y Amor 2024 program of events in English here.
Sangre y Amor en la Sierra 2024 program of events in Spanish here.
The Rise of the Bandoleros: Outlaws or Heroes?
Grazalema, with its rugged landscapes and hidden valleys, was once the heart of bandolero culture in Andalucia. The bandoleros, or bandits, are legendary figures in Spanish history, often seen as both outlaws and folk heroes. In the 18th and 19th centuries, these bandits roamed the mountainous regions of southern Spain, including the Sierra de Grazalema, where they found refuge in its treacherous terrain and remote hideaways. The stories of these bandoleros, woven into the fabric of local history, continue to fascinate and shape the cultural identity of Grazalema and its surrounding areas. Each year Grazalema celebrates the historic recreation called Sangre y Amor en la Sierra. Read on to find out more!
Continue reading Grazalema’s Role in the Bandolero (Bandit) Culture of Andalucia. Sangre y Amor en la Sierra
I’ve been living in this lovely area of Western Andalucia for the last 20 years or so and dedicate most of my time to the running of English language tourist information websites for the towns of Cádiz, Ronda, Grazalema, the famous or infamous Caminito del Rey, and also Wildside Holidays, which promotes sustainable and eco-friendly businesses running wildlife and walking holidays in Spain. My articles contain affiliate links that will help you reserve a hotel, bus, train or activity in the area. You don’t pay more, but by using them you do support this website. Thankyou!