Montilla, Wine municipality in Córdoba Province, Spain
Montilla is a municipality in Córdoba Province that sits on gently rolling terrain surrounded by vineyards and olive groves. The landscape shows how agriculture has shaped the settlement over centuries, with wine production remaining central to the local economy.
The settlement was taken from Moorish rule in 1237 by Ferdinand III and later developed into a recognized city, receiving official city status in 1630 under Philip IV. This transition from medieval control to established municipality marks a turning point in the town's development.
The Casa del Inca Garcilaso, constructed with ashlar stone, served as residence for the Peruvian writer who documented the Inca Empire from 1561 to 1591.
Visitors can explore a regional wine museum housed in a restored granary building that provides insights into local wine and oil production. The area is easy to navigate as main sites and attractions are accessible without significant difficulty.
A 16th-century house here was long the residence of a noted writer who documented the history of the Inca Empire in writing. This connection between a Spanish wine town and South American colonial history adds an unexpected layer to the place.
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