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Medina Sidonia is a city and municipality in the province of Cádiz in the autonomous community of Andalusia, southern Spain. Considered by some to be the oldest city in Europe, it is used as a military defence location because of its elevation. Locals are known as Asidonenses.
Duke of Medina Sidonia (Spanish: Duque de Medina Sidonia) is a peerage grandee title of Spain in Medina-Sidonia, holding the oldest extant dukedom in the kingdom, first awarded by King John I of Castile in 1380.
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Medina Sidoniais an unspoilt, ancient hilltop town, little-known despite its important history. The town was one of Spain's most important ducal seats in the 15th century; producing an admiral who led the Spanish Armada against England. The title of Duque de Medina Sidonia was bestowed upon the family of Guzmán El Bueno, of the Tarifa siege, for hi...
Plaza de España - Elegant rectangular plaza with plenty of public seating, surrounded by handsome three storey buildings. The Town Hall - A 17th-century building reflecting Baroque and Neo-classical architecture with a magnificent Renaissance façade. Santa Maria la Coronada Church - Built on the foundations of the original castle and later a mosque...
For the one of the best restaurants in the area and without doubt the very best views - head for La Vista de Medina opposite the magnificent Iglesia de Santa María la Coronada. The restaurant's south-west facing terrace offers spectacular views, and the enchanting dining rooms are perfect for the occasional days when the sun isn't shining. A handfu...
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Medina Sidonia is a city and municipality in the province of Cádiz in the autonomous community of Andalusia, southern Spain. Considered by some to be the oldest city in Europe, it is used as a military defence location because of its elevation. Locals are known as Asidonenses.
Medina Sidonia [1] [2] , también Medinasidonia [3] [4] o Medina-Sidonia [5] , es un municipio y una ciudad española de la provincia de Cádiz, en la comunidad autónoma de Andalucía. Pertenece a la comarca de La Janda, de la que es su capital. Cuenta con una población de 11 738 habitantes (INE 2023).
Jan 4, 2022 · A guide to Medina-Sidonia, Cadiz, one of the oldest white villages in Spain, including things to do in Medina-Sidonia, as well as where to eat and stay.
Historically speaking, the town of Medina Sidonia is one of the richest in the province of Cadiz, having been a meeting point for a variety of different civilisations.
