Lucena

Lucena is a municipality in Córdoba Province located at 485 meters elevation between the Guadalquivir Depression and the Subbaetic mountain ranges. The city maintains industrial production in metalworking, furniture manufacturing, refrigeration equipment, and traditional ceramic vessels for oil storage.

The settlement emerged as a Jewish center from the 9th century and received its first written mention in 853 describing its Jewish community. This early prominence shaped the town's development through the medieval period until the 12th century.

The Holy Week brings processions where religious sculptures like the Cristo de la Columna are carried through the streets. These traditions have shaped local identity for generations and remain central to how the community gathers each spring.

The center is easily walkable and most places lie close together, making it simple to navigate without traveling far. Comfortable shoes are recommended as the streets follow the typical layout of an older town.

The Torre del Moral fortress served as a prison for Boabdil, the last Moorish king of Granada, following his defeat in a 1483 battle. This historical role makes the site a witness to a turning point in the region's past.

Location: Córdoba Province

Capital city: Lucena

Elevation above the sea: 485 m

Part of: Lucena Notary District, Mancomunidad de Municipios de la Zona Subbética de Córdoba, Subbetica, Red de Juderías de España

Shares border with: Aguilar de la Frontera, Badolatosa, Moriles, Monturque, Cabra, Rute, Encinas Reales, Benamejí, Palenciana, Alameda

Website: http://aytolucena.es

GPS coordinates: 37.40889,-4.48528

Latest update: December 14, 2025 18:22