Carmona

Carmona, a city surrounded by the fertile plains of Seville, boasts one of the most important heritage collections in Andalusia. Heir to Roman Baetica, its diverse and rich heritage is reflected in its religious and civil architecture, as well as in its numerous buildings from the Roman, Islamic, Baroque or contemporary era.

Its historical origins date back to the Neolithic period, with rich prehistoric sites found in the surrounding area. An Iberian city, it was heavily Romanized, even having the privilege of minting coins, marking one of the most brilliant periods in its history, from which important architectural remains are preserved. Carmona maintained its importance during the Muslim era, serving as the capital of one of the early Taifa kingdoms. In 1247, it surrendered to Ferdinand III, the Saint, who repopulated it and granted it its own charter.

During the reign of Pedro the Cruel, Carmona was a favorite of the king, and during the reigns of Juan II and Enrique IV, it became the stage for rivalries between the noble houses of Ponce de León and Guzmán. Carmona's participation in the Granada War was significant, as evidenced by the abundant documentation preserved in the Municipal Archives. In 1630, Philip IV granted Carmona the title of city. It currently has a population of 28.500.