Deplorable, shameful, and lamentable - but with a nice castle

 In we go to Sherry City.  First let us head to the Alcazar. 



The Alcazar https://www.turismojerez.com/en/detail-tab/alcazar-de-jerez was built by the Almohads in the 12th and 13th century on the site of an 11th century gaff.  It is a bit of an odd shape but manages a gate on each side leading off to important roads in its 3 kilometres of enclosure.  It got an update in the 17th century, when a Baroque style palace was built.   The top review words are gardens, mosque and pharmacy so here we go.


Gardenss - Cliff, three weeks ago, wrote ‘The Alcázar of Jerez de la Frontera is an impressive 12th-century Almohad fortress. The Arab baths are perfectly preserved and among the most beautiful in all of Andalusia. The mosque, with its original mihrab, is an architectural gem. The gardens are a haven of peace with fountains and lush vegetation. The octagonal tower offers incredible panoramic views of the entire city. The olive oil mill and the Arab pharmacy are also very interesting. The audio guide is very comprehensive and highly recommended. The entrance fee is very reasonable for everything there is to see. A must-see on any visit to Jerez.’


Mosques - Andrew wrote, also three weeks ago, The Alcazar is a must visit destination in Jerez and unlike it's cousin in Seville - this was really quiet when we visited in early March. We went around on a guided tour and tickets were included. There is plenty to see although it doesn't have the wow factor of the Seville. There is a lovely mosque, fantastic gardens and a bath complex. There are also state rooms where clean toilets can be located. Certainly worth a visit if not to contrast with the Seville version.’

Pharmacy - Alessandro, just a week a go - ‘An interesting place full of Arab-Christian history and culture. Entrance fee: €5. The site features many historical points of interest, such as the Arab baths and the pharmacy. Most of the visit is outdoors.’


Let us wander through the town and pass the Claustros de Santo Domingo.  It gets 4.6 stars.  It opens 10-30am  to 1.30pm and 6-9pm  Tuesday to Friday, and 5-8pm Saturday.   Yesterday Axel wrote ‘Impressive monastery with a beautiful cloister and a large Gothic church with ornate altars.’  A month ago Pablo expanded on this with ‘The Cloisters of Santo Domingo are one of the most emblematic historical sites in the walled city. Built in the 17th century as a Dominican convent, they preserve a sober and elegant colonial architecture, with semicircular arches and spacious courtyards that exude serenity. Today, they house the University of Cartagena, combining history and academic life. Their tranquil atmosphere contrasts with the nearby tourist bustle, offering a haven of memory, culture, and heritage in the heart of the city.’

We will end at the Ornes Sports Bar and Salon de Juego - because all this culture can be just too much.   Despite the title Google says its a viedo arcade The website glitters with graphics.  https://orenessportsbar.com/  It gets 3.8 stars from 123 reviews.   Two months ago Iker wrote ‘This video is completely real. First and last time I'll ever come to this casino. The guy on the left lost his bet and started throwing punches with a man who was standing nearby. Deplorable, shameful, and lamentable are the adjectives that best describe what happened today. I can't believe it.’ 

So we end another day.







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