The iii jornadas de patrimonio in quintanar de la orden have continued with a series of cultural visits aimed at immersing participants in the local history and heritage. The events saw the attendance of several members of the municipal corporation, who accompanied attendees throughout the tours.
Exploring local heritage
The first visit took place on Friday, 13 November, at 17:30, at the convent of las Madres Trinitarias, guided by Francisco Tirado. Participants learned about the history of this religious community, its origins, and its establishment in quintanar de la orden in 1957. The tour included insights into the architectural and artistic details of the building, its symbolism, and the mission of the Order of the Most Holy Trinity. The visit concluded with a tasting of local sweets and lemonade.
Insights into the municipal cemetery
At 19:30, the programme continued with a guided visit to the municipal cemetery, led by Zacarías López-Barrajón. Attendees discovered historical aspects and curiosities of this site, exploring the evolution of burial customs, former burial sites in the area, the symbolism present in the cemetery, and the various artistic and architectural styles of its tombs and mausoleums. This tour encouraged a view of the cemetery from a heritage, historical, and cultural perspective, beyond its usual function.
Discovering the town hall
The series of visits concluded on Saturday, 14 November, at the town hall of quintanar de la orden. Zacarías López-Barrajón again led the tour, starting with the building's façade and the plaza, sharing images and explanations of its historical evolution. Inside, participants learned about the mechanism of the clock from the parish church of Santiago de la Espada, now located in the town hall's foyer since the launch of the iii jornadas de patrimonio. The tour also covered the various coats of arms adorning the building and included visits to the plenary hall and the mayor's office, which houses artworks and elements linked to the town's history.
Through these three initiatives, the iii jornadas de patrimonio continue to highlight the historical, artistic, cultural, and human richness of quintanar de la orden, bringing citizens closer to spaces that form part of their identity and promoting the knowledge and preservation of the municipality's heritage.
