Fuente Vaqueros

Fuente Vaqueros is a municipality in the Province of Granada situated in a fertile plain surrounded by agricultural fields and poplar groves. The village has a quiet layout with traditional buildings and offers a view of the flat farmland typical of the region.

The settlement developed over centuries under different influences, from Arabic times through the Christian period that followed in the early modern era. The town's development reflects the broader changes that reshaped the Granada region over the centuries.

The birthplace of Federico García Lorca shapes the identity of this small town, drawing visitors interested in learning about the poet's early life and family. Locals speak with pride about their connection to Lorca and the literary significance the house holds within their community.

The village sits west of Granada city and is accessible by public transport or car for a short journey. Plan time to visit the Lorca Museum and walk through the quiet streets at a relaxed pace.

The village gained worldwide recognition as the birthplace of celebrated poet Federico García Lorca, whose influence on twentieth-century literature was profound. His birth home now serves as a museum that reveals how an educated family lived in this agricultural area.

Location: Province of Granada

Capital city: Fuente Vaqueros

Elevation above the sea: 543 m

Part of: Granada notarial district, Vega de Granada

Shares border with: Santa Fe, Chauchina, Cijuela, Láchar, Pinos Puente

Website: http://fuente-vaqueros.com

GPS coordinates: 37.21944,-3.78306

Latest update: December 7, 2025 09:26