Cifuentes, municipality in Guadalajara, Spain
Cifuentes is a small municipality in Guadalajara Province with narrow streets, old houses, and several historic buildings dating from different periods. The town spreads across an area of about 200 square kilometers and is fed by water springs that give the place its name.
The first recorded mention dates to 1260, though the region had been inhabited since ancient times by Celts, Romans, and Arabs. During the Middle Ages it was part of the territory of Atienza, and it flourished in the Renaissance when noble families built important structures.
The name Cifuentes means "one hundred springs" and reflects the many water sources that have shaped daily life and settlement patterns here. Residents still gather in the squares and streets, and local festivals like the Feria de San Simon in October keep traditions alive in the community.
The town is easily accessible by road and lies about an hour and a half from Madrid, making it a practical day trip destination. Visitors should be prepared for narrow streets and narrow passages, and simple accommodation options like country houses and small inns are available for overnight stays.
The town was once an important stop on the medieval wool trade route and contributed to regional wealth and commerce. The Princess of Éboli, a historically notable figure, was born here and her story remains woven into local traditions and tales.
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