Cúllar Vega

Cúllar Vega is located in the heart of the Vega de Granada, surrounded by poplar trees. It is near the Río Genil and Río Dílar, which means that its lands are fertile and its gardens green and verdant. Cereals and beet grow particularly well here. It is near the city of Granada. The climate is cold in winter and hot and dry in summer.

The history of this town has always been closely linked to that of Granada. Its name derives from the word collum, meaning ‘high ground’ in Latin, indicating its Roman past. In the Arab period it was probably a farmhouse or a farmstead. During the Nasrid period, the townspeople mainly worked in irrigated agriculture.

After the Reconquista there were no major changes here, until Felipe II expelled the Moors. In 1571 it was repopulated with settlers from other parts of Spain. Agriculture was the main economic engine with crops and vineyards being the main focus, while livestock had little importance. The population gradually increased. A few decades ago the local census showed that many people have both their first and second homes here.

The town has excellent fresh fruit and vegetables. Pork, black pudding and sausage are also a local specialty. Cod fritters and dumplings are definitely worth a try. When it gets cold, locals enjoy eating soups and porridge. The typical pastries of Cullar Vega include fritters, French toast, fried doughnuts and custard.