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Jaén, known as the "capital of the Holy Kingdom", is a tourist destination that surprises with its wealth of monuments, the result of the coexistence of different cultures that have inhabited it and a privileged natural environment for the practice of outdoor sports just a few minutes away.

Located in the north of Andalusia, Jaén is a welcoming city where you can live and share good times linked to its excellent gastronomy and its lifestyle. Its cultural offer throughout the year makes it an ideal destination to relax and unwind.

The imposing Cathedral of Jaén, the work of Andrés de Vandelvira and one of the most representative works of the Andalusian Renaissance
Andalusian Renaissance, stands out on the city's skyline and is a must-see. Around it there are several itineraries to discover its historical legacy: the Arab Baths of the Palace of Villardompardo, the largest and best preserved in Spain; the Royal Monastery of Santa Catalina -today the Historical Archive-, the church of La Magdalena and the Old Hospital of San Juan de Dios. Singular monuments such as the Mudejar Hall, the Naranjo Baths, the Arch of San Lorenzo and the monument to the lizard. The Jewish Quarter, where the Chapel of San Andrés and the Royal Monastery of Santa Clara stand out, or the Museums of Jaén and the Iberian Museum with an impressive collection of Iberian sculptures, immerse the visitor in centuries of history. From the top of the hill, the Castle of Santa Catalina, dominates the territory and offers fantastic panoramic views.

The city of Jaén offers not only heritage, but also nature in its purest form. Its natural environment, made up of two periurban parks, offers multiple options for the practice of active tourism and adventure: cycling, climbing, hiking or the Via Ferrata Fuente de la Peña.
Throughout the year the city offers an important and varied cultural offer such as the Autumn Festival, the Festivities of San Antón - a symbiosis between tradition and sport - Carnival, Easter, its two fairs, the Virgen de la Capilla and San Lucas, which make it an attractive and unique destination for travellers who want to enjoy all the senses: sight, hearing, touch, smell and taste; the latter two essential to savour the rich and varied gastronomy based on the exquisite EVOO. In fact, it is the city with the most Michelin-starred restaurants (Bagá, Dama Juana, Malak and Radis) in the world in less than 200 m2. In addition, 22 establishments have been awarded suns and suns by the Repsol Guide.
Tradition and innovation come together in its cuisine.

Jaén, a city of gastronomy and its olive-growing tradition, has applied to become a UNESCO Creative City in the category of gastronomy for 2025.

We invite you to get to know Jaén, to share and experience unforgettable moments with us.